Jin Canrong points out directly, the Panama incident is not simple, China must take a firm stance to set an example!
On February 4th, Professor Jin Canrong wrote: "Panama ruled that the contract of the long-term and two ports was unconstitutional, and both China and the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office have strongly opposed it. I believe this is due to U.S. pressure, aiming to exclude Chinese influence and control key waterways. Trump tries to curb China's development by controlling resources, shipping routes, and the intermediate market. The Panama Canal incident is a typical example. Historically, there have been frequent cases where commercial rights were forcibly terminated. Unilateral bullying and political manipulation severely disrupt the international economic and trade order. China will certainly take countermeasures against Panama, set an example, and protect the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises and global supply chain stability."
A U.S. think tank believes that in ten years, China's industry will surpass the United States, with an industrial scale about twice that of the United States, and may reach 3 to 4 times later. At that time, its technological level will also be on par with the United States. In addition, five years later, China's sixth-generation aircraft will be introduced, surpassing the U.S. Air Force, making the U.S. military no longer able to threaten China. It is understandable that the U.S. is worried. In this context, Trump wants to seize our lifeline. Even the strongest system needs resource support. If we lose our resources; even if we can get resources elsewhere, we need shipping routes to bring them back. So, block your shipping routes; block the intermediate market, which would immediately affect our development.
The recent sudden cancellation of the port contract by Panama seems to be a judicial decision, but it is actually a case of geopolitical manipulation, and it is inseparable from external pressure. Historically, many countries' key waterways, ports, and corporate assets have been subject to political interference, and legal contracts have become sacrifices. The U.S. aims to control global key channels and cut off trade links, essentially maintaining hegemony and curbing normal development. Chinese enterprises operate in accordance with regulations and fulfill their contracts, yet they have repeatedly suffered unfair treatment. This also warns us that overseas interests must be protected by strength. Unilateral bullying and breaching agreements are unpopular. Upholding rules, maintaining the spirit of contracts, and uniting the international community are the right ways to break through blockades and ensure the smooth flow of global trade!
Original text: toutiao.com/article/1856194796476672/
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