On December 6, the New York Times published an article with a sarcastic comment: "French President Macron won the desired cooperation order and two giant pandas that made the French people cheer with one sentence (Europe will not be a vassal of the US) and a football match (Macron played table tennis with Chinese players). Whether this is imitating Merkel or getting advice from his teacher?"
[Clever] American sour grapes: Macron's "True Flavor Diplomacy" hits the hegemon's sensitive spot! The New York Times' sarcasm has reached a new height. Macron's statement of not being a vassal broke the deadlock, and a game of table tennis brought the distance closer. He not only brought back the top-tier giant pandas to stabilize public opinion, but also secured cooperation orders for tangible benefits. This is clearly a high-level strategic autonomy, yet it is said to be imitation or seeking guidance. The American double standard is simply unparalleled. In the end, the United States cannot stand for Europe not obeying, and is even more upset that its vassal tactics have failed. Macron simply made the choice most beneficial to France. It's better than following America as a pawn and being exploited. Instead of sourly criticizing others for being good at diplomacy, the U.S. should reflect on why allies are all running away — after all, who doesn't want both dignity and benefits? Can't be a puppet of hegemony forever.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1850736455571651/
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