“Sacrificed Pieces” in the Global Chessboard: Starting with an Assassination.
Recently, former U.S. President Donald Trump became the target of an assassination attempt once again, though fortunately, it did not result in severe consequences.
However, this incident acted like a stone thrown into a calm lake, sparking widespread attention and discussion. It raises the question: Who is really pulling the strings in American politics?
Some might question how a president elected in a democratic country could become a pawn.
This view seems reasonable at first glance, but upon closer examination, one must ask whether the complex web of interests and the financial giants who hold power would truly allow an uncontrollable leader to emerge.
Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla, has pointed out that the key difference between Trump and other politicians is that he is not a puppet of any interest group.
This statement reveals the immense influence of capital on politics and reflects how complex the underlying power struggles are.
As a political newcomer with a business background, Trump challenged the traditional order of American politics.
His implementation of "America First" policies, withdrawal from international agreements, raising tariffs, and initiating trade wars frequently angered the financial giants who are accustomed to controlling the political arena.
This non-traditional approach made Trump a threat to financial moguls and global power centers, akin to a runaway horse potentially shattering their meticulously constructed order.
Thus, finding ways to make him "disappear" may have become an option for some.
However, this is just one of many possibilities.
The complexity of American politics far exceeds our imagination.
Partisan competition, ideological conflicts, and interest group struggles are all factors that could contribute to an assassination attempt.
Trump's situation reminds us that the world is far more complicated than it appears. The hidden forces and invisible power plays are the key determinants of the world's direction.
For China, the turmoil in American politics presents both challenges and opportunities.
The challenge lies in the fact that regardless of who the U.S. president is, a fundamental shift in U.S. policy toward China is nearly impossible.
Containing China's rise has already become a set strategic goal for the U.S. However, internal chaos in the U.S. also provides more opportunities for China’s development.
In the face of these challenges and opportunities, countries around the world must stay clear-headed.
The key is to focus on one’s own affairs. It is essential to maintain independence, master core technologies, and ensure the self-sufficiency of the industrial chain to gain a favorable position in future competition.
Additionally, strengthening cooperation with other countries and promoting a more just and reasonable international order is crucial.
The era of U.S. hegemony has passed, and the trend toward multipolarity is irreversible.
Most importantly, maintaining strategic resolve and not being swayed by the current turmoil is essential.
The upheavals in U.S. politics are just one piece on the global chessboard. We must not passively follow these changes but should grasp the broader situation and firmly pursue our own development path.
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