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In response to "Sure they will. A lot of economies around the world rely on China buying their stuff, and there aren't many countries with more military power." by Roger More

I disagree. The Philippines won't be buying anything from them now.

Posted by Krusty (aka krustylu) Nov 17 '13, 06:52

And their influence over them is going to take a major hit. That could also be said for countries that are allies of the Philippines.
I think there's a lot more to it than goods.
I also disagree that the authoritarian rule looks appealing. Maybe to a couple of countries but the vast majority of the world is not looking China for how do things

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China's influence doesn't come from what it sells, it comes from what it buys. - Roger More Nov 17, 07:32 1
- And democracy aside; growth in the region is effectively tied to China. - mafic Nov 17, 07:52

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I disagree. The Philippines won't be buying anything from them now.

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