As China becomes more and more powerful, mutual tensions between the people of the two nation seems to rise. I very much wonder why. I would think that the the relationship between the two peoples would actually, on the contrary, get better. I would've thought that the two peoples would begin to see each other more as partners and equals and respect each other. But I guess it is somewhat reasonable due to both countries' increasing military capabilities.
I also wonder why the South Koreans and Japanese feel that relations with the U.S are much more important than relations with the Chinese. I feel that, as neighbors, relations with China would be much more important than relations with the U.S, instead of vice versa. I very much wish that the three Asian nations would put their differences aside and form stronger relationships.
I find it especially strange that some people in European nations foster out-right anti China sentiments. I do not see any valid reasons for this hostility.
I must also include that I too disapprove of the U.S's drone program. I feel that it desensitizes us as well dehumanizes us. I do not find it surprising that 31 out of 39 countries surveyed share my sentiments.
It is also funny to me that the only nation where positive views on the U.S government's record on personal freedom has declined is here in America. I find it strange that other nations' positive views have not declined as well. With all the disclosures of recent U.S government surveillance activity, wouldn't the other nations' peoples feel similarly?
All in all, I hope that things get better for the two nations.
In your commentary, I would advise that you put more of a summarizing introduction. While reading this, I felt like you were just writing down stuff from the top of you head. It is still very likely I am incorrect though. I also encourage that you put more analysis in your writing. For example, you could explain what Japan, China, and South Korea should do to get in friendly terms with each other.
ReplyDeleteYour point of view was enjoyable; it was concise and informative. You also did not have any problems with summarizing. By reading your articles, I can easily see you are improving and getting better with your commentaries.
You did a good job in commenting on the article instead of just summarizing. I liked how you put your opinion out in a direct way that was clear for the reader to see. Although your commentary was good, I would have liked to see what you think the options are for these countries to cooperate with each other. I also liked how you included a question to the reader to wrap up your blog so that the reader can have his or her own opinion on the situation. Overall good job on your blog, I enjoyed reading it.
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