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“Globalisation has obliterated distance, not just physically but also, most dangerously, mentally. It creates the illusion of intimacy when, in fact, the mental distances have changed little. It has concertinaed the world without engendering the necessary respect, recognition and tolerance that must accompany it.”

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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