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“For 200 years, the West has been so dominant in the world that it's not really needed to understand other cultures, other civilizations. Because, at the end of the day, it could, if necessary by force, get its own way.”

Quote by Martin Jacques

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Martin Jacques is a prominent British journalist specializing in international relations and politics, with a particular focus on the rise of China and its implications for the global order. His work has been influential in shaping public understanding of China's role in the world. more

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