China's Peaceful Rise and Global Influence

The video discusses China's strategy for a 'peaceful rise' by addressing internal contradictions like urban wealth and rural poverty. It highlights China's distinct political values and its exportable model of autocratic capitalism, contrasting it with Russia's reliance on oil. China's global economic deals, especially with resource-rich countries, are explored, emphasizing the appeal to authoritarian regimes. The video concludes with the challenges these deals pose to Western countries and institutions like the World Bank and IMF.

What is China's primary goal in its 'peaceful rise' strategy?

• To dominate global markets

• To change Western political systems

• To resolve internal contradictions quietly

• To expand its military presence

What is a reason for China's focus on a peaceful rise?

• To change Western values

• To dominate global politics

• To expand its military

• To avoid international conflicts

Why is it unlikely that China's internal political culture will change?

• Because China's political values are deeply rooted

• Because of strong Western influence

• Due to China's lack of resources

• Due to China's economic dependency on the West

What makes China's model more exportable than Russia's?

• Russia's technological advancements

• China's focus on democracy

• China's autocratic capitalism

• Russia's reliance on oil

What is a characteristic of China's economic model?

• Autocratic capitalism

• Communist economy

• Democratic capitalism

• Socialist economy

What is a key component of China's deals with resource-rich countries?

• Cultural exchange programs

• Military support

• Free trade agreements

• Concessional loans and infrastructure projects

What is a potential downside for countries accepting China's deals?

• Increased democratic governance

• Strengthening of authoritarian regimes

• Loss of cultural identity

• Economic instability

How does China ensure a guaranteed supply of resources from other countries?

• By purchasing land

• Through military intervention

• By offering concessional loans

• By establishing cultural ties

What challenge does the West face in countering China's influence?

• Imposing trade sanctions

• Promoting cultural exchanges

• Offering appealing alternatives

• Providing military aid

What is a problem for the West regarding China's influence?

• China's technological advancements

• China's reinforcement of authoritarian structures

• China's cultural dominance

• China's military expansion