During the wars in different regions China have shown themselves to be the main axis of evil along with Russia and Iran.
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been accused of using a variety of coercive tactics to influence the behavior of other countries. These tactics include:
- Economic coercion: The CCP has used economic sanctions, trade restrictions, and investment boycotts to pressure countries that do not align with its interests. For example, in 2020, China imposed a series of trade restrictions on Australia after the Australian government called for an independent investigation into the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Cyberattacks: The CCP has been accused of carrying out cyberattacks against countries that it perceives as a threat. For example, in 2015, the United States accused China of hacking into the computer systems of the Office of Personnel Management, which houses the personal information of millions of federal employees.
- Media manipulation: The CCP has been accused of using its state-controlled media to spread propaganda and disinformation about countries that it perceives as a threat. For example, the Chinese government has repeatedly accused the United States of interfering in its internal affairs.
- Diplomacy: The CCP has used its diplomatic ties to pressure countries that do not align with its interests. For example, in 2019, the Chinese government withdrew its ambassador from Lithuania after the Baltic country allowed Taiwan to open a representative office in Vilnius.
The CCP’s use of coercive tactics has been condemned by many countries and organizations. The United States has accused China of engaging in “economic warfare” and has called on its allies to stand up to Chinese pressure. The European Union has also condemned China’s use of economic coercion and has warned that it will take action against countries that are targeted by such measures.
The CCP’s use of coercive tactics is a growing threat to the global order. It is important for countries to stand up to Chinese pressure and to defend their sovereignty and independence.