Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Latest Breaking News

Franker65

(299 posts)

3. I think it makes sense to cooperate more with China's military

Reply to dipsydoodle (Original post)

Mon Jun 3, 2013, 11:21 AM

Jun 2013

If you look at statistics about how much China has ramped up military spending since its economic boom, I think it makes a great deal of sense to try and cooperate. It might help de-escalate of the tension with Japan in the Pacific and would certainly benefit fighting terror and piracy. Still, there should be strict conditions attached, such as a halt to cyber attacks & espionage.

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

Recommendations

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

4 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

White House security adviser calls for deeper China military ties [View all] dipsydoodle May 2013 OP

LOL. As bad an idea as the costly trade agreements. grahamhgreen May 2013 #1

Would only increase the risk of espionage. The upsides are negligible. DetlefK May 2013 #2

I think it makes sense to cooperate more with China's military Franker65 Jun 2013 #3

Yes, the same cooperative spirit that has worked with Russia and Iran. Psephos Jun 2013 #4