The Chinese Menace to the World

A New Threat of Aggressive Imperialism, Echoing the Dangers of Nazi Germany

THE EMINENT LAWYER and former Union Minister Kapil Sibal recently held a video discussion with three well-known individuals: Subramanyam Swamy, former Union Minister; Shiv Shankar Menon, former National Security Advisor to the UPA government; and Ashok Kantha, former Ambassador to China, to discuss the peril that China poses to India.

I watched the entire video in which these distinguished individuals pointed out that China has forcibly occupied much of our territory.

However, these individuals had no idea of the most important point—that Chinese imperialism, like that of Hitler, is expanding and aggressive. This makes it far more dangerous than the defensive imperialism of Britain and France in the 1930s. The latter merely sought to hold on to their colonies, while Hitler wanted to conquer the entire world. Thus, Nazi German imperialism, being expansionist and aggressive, was much more dangerous than British or French imperialism.

Similarly today, China’s expanding imperialism is the greatest danger to the world.

The essence of imperialism is not the occupation of a colony but rather the grabbing of its markets, cheap raw materials, and strategic advantages, which can be achieved without the need for military occupation, as the Chinese have done all over the world. This subtle yet expansive form of imperialism is, therefore, more pervasive and insidious than the traditional models of territorial conquest.

While the British and French empires were largely defensive in their approach—focused on preserving their colonies—Nazi Germany’s imperialism was marked by aggressive territorial expansion, aimed at global domination. China today mirrors this aggressive model of imperialism. Not satisfied with controlling its own region, it seeks to expand its influence worldwide through a combination of economic, political, and military strategies.

China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is one example of this expansion. By investing in infrastructure projects across Asia, Africa, and Europe, China is building strategic footholds around the world.

These projects often lead to debt traps for participating nations, making them increasingly dependent on Chinese loans and influence. In this way, China is not just seeking to dominate the region but is quietly establishing its control over global trade routes, markets, and vital resources.

China’s imperialism is also evident in its aggressive stance in the South China Sea, where it has constructed military bases on artificial islands to assert control over key shipping lanes. This move is not just about regional dominance; it is a strategic effort to control one of the most important maritime trade routes in the world.

Also Read: Why Trump Won

This kind of imperialism, which is primarily economic and geopolitical rather than military occupation, is what makes China’s rise a global threat. China’s imperialism today is not just a challenge for India but for the entire world. Its growing influence over global markets, strategic alliances, and technological advancements has the potential to reshape the global balance of power.

Also Read: Will Trump 1.0 Be Trump 2.0? Critical Challenges Facing His Second Presidency

In conclusion, while Kapil Sibal and the other participants in the discussion rightly pointed out the immediate territorial threats posed by China to India, they missed the larger picture. China’s imperialism today is more akin to that of Nazi Germany—expansionist, aggressive, and aiming for global dominance. The world, therefore, must unite against China’s imperial ambitions before it is too late.

 

Disclaimer : PunjabTodayNews.com and other platforms of the Punjab Today group strive to include views and opinions from across the entire spectrum, but by no means do we agree with everything we publish. Our efforts and editorial choices consistently underscore our authors’ right to the freedom of speech. However, it should be clear to all readers that individual authors are responsible for the information, ideas or opinions in their articles, and very often, these do not reflect the views of PunjabTodayNews.com or other platforms of the group. Punjab Today does not assume any responsibility or liability for the views of authors whose work appears here.

Punjab Today believes in serious, engaging, narrative journalism at a time when mainstream media houses seem to have given up on long-form writing and news television has blurred or altogether erased the lines between news and slapstick entertainment. We at Punjab Today believe that readers such as yourself appreciate cerebral journalism, and would like you to hold us against the best international industry standards. Brickbats are welcome even more than bouquets, though an occasional pat on the back is always encouraging. Good journalism can be a lifeline in these uncertain times worldwide. You can support us in myriad ways. To begin with, by spreading word about us and forwarding this reportage. Stay engaged.

— Team PT