The corporatocracy has had much power in China since opening up its borders, but China is actively trying to develop its own infrastructure that does not heavily rely on foreign corporations. I'm not sure how successful they will be in achieving that. Seems like a big tug of war. The West tries to impose their political and corporate influence in China while the government tries to make sure that they don't end up with too much power and control.
Regardless, the economy and living standards have improved over the years in this country and China has had to circumvent the negative media coming from the West. It can be seen as harsh but that's what they have done to maintain control over their own country. Their next aim is to circumvent the corporatocracy you mentioned.
I wouldn't put any faith in the Chinese government, or any government for that matter.
Its like asking the proverbial fox to guard the hen house.
Follow the money, its clear that most governments were bought off decades ago, almost everything is either state owned or part of a multinational subsidiary at this point.
In China, there have been many periods whereby the people didn't trust their government, history tends to repeat itself, eventually every government abuses its power and the cycle repeats itself.
To think this can't happen again is insanity.
If you need an example of what could happen on a larger scale, just refer to the current situation in northwest China.
Very very interesting. Thanks for sharing.
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