Why Is China’s International PR Falling Short?

Whenever we see strong anti-China and pro-America sentiments in neighboring countries like the Philippines, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, or Mongolia, many Chinese netizens can’t help but marvel at the U.S.’s unparalleled ability to “virtually raise loyal dogs” abroad. Indeed, America’s dominance in international public relations is one of its greatest strengths. Even when Trump floated the idea of annexing Canada, Greenland, or Panama, there was barely a murmur from international media or governments. So why is the U.S. so formidable in this arena, while China lags significantly behind?

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When Forming Your Theories About the World, Remember This Rule

When you’re crafting your theories about how the world should and could work, there’s one rule you should always keep in mind: Don’t assume you can do something just because China has done it, and don’t assume China can’t do something just because you haven’t managed to do it. The world isn’t a one-size-fits-all place. And if you don’t understand that, you’re missing the bigger picture.

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