And not ridiculous things that are theoretically possible, like the Taliban does a 180 out of nowhere and converts to socialism and the imperialist states do a 180 out of nowhere and decide that a socialist middle east is cool.

I used to think that the best thing that could happen is a Marshall Plan for the Middle East, but now, I'm not so sure that would be good.

  • pooh [she/her, love/loves]
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    3 years ago

    I fully agree with you that it may very well be unsuccessful, but I do think they'll try it. You're right that China is more politically savvy, and I also think the Taliban seems fairly competent in terms of military strategy.

    • DeathToBritain [she/her, they/them]
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      3 years ago

      the Taliban, and other Jihadists, just spent about 40 years or so at war. they really REALLY know how the fuck to fight an asymmetrical war, and I am sure China knows that too. time will tell how things go