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Re: Beijing warns US: 'We will fight back' as battle of words escalates over South Ch
if this shipping lane is so vital to the world, then perhaps the world should assert its influence and let China know that shipping will continue through that region regardless of who claims the islands. the US should not be expected to take the lead in every global pissing match.
I prefer US made goods because they're of superior quality. The disputes over these islands have been ongoing, and I've followed it generally for some years - but only through press releases until recently. I'm not a hawk. I do believe that perhaps a show of resolve now could foster a just resolution of all the conflicting claims and avoid a potentially far more serious conflict later. Over half of the world's shipping passes through those waters. No single nation should control that water way. If we allow that - and by "we" I include all of the the nations directly and indirectly affected (which is huge) - then a far more serious situation may develop over which US influence will mean little. It will affect all of the Asian subcontinent and the western Pacific as well as the already inflamed ME.
if this shipping lane is so vital to the world, then perhaps the world should assert its influence and let China know that shipping will continue through that region regardless of who claims the islands. the US should not be expected to take the lead in every global pissing match.