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Power Structures and Political Stability
The power structure in China resembles the power sharing of a Roman consul. The presence of multiple possible rulers and administrators indicates stability and resilience. In contrast, Russia is seen as fragile with a lack of alternative capable leaders besides Vladimir Putin, possibly due to a failure in cultivating human capital. Despite ethical concerns, skilled politicians like Putin retain power successfully. The reliance on food imports in China is not perceived as a sign of instability due to logistical advancements that have reduced the likelihood of famines as seen in previous centuries.