Beijing Fears COVID-19 Is Turning Point for China, Globalization | RealClearPolitics
While the world fights the coronavirus pandemic, China is fighting a propaganda war. Beijing s war aim is simple: shift away from China all blame for the outbreak, the botched initial response, and its early spread into the broader world. At stake is China s global reputation, as well as the potential of a fundamental shift away from China for trade and manufacturing. Also at risk is the personal legacy of General Secretary Xi Jinping, who has staked his legitimacy on his technocratic competence. After dealing with the first great global crisis of the 21st century, the world must fundamentally rethink its dependence on China.
I devoutly hope so.