Quote by Barbara Amiel

The People's Republic of China has not yet reached the military might of the Soviet Empire. It requires a little more time and a little more infusion of Western aid, loans, technology and the hard currency of our tourists.

The People's Republic of China has not yet reached the milit

Summary

This quote suggests that while the military strength of the People's Republic of China is not as formidable as that of the Soviet Empire at the time, it is believed that China has the potential to become more powerful with the help of Western support. The author implies that with additional time, financial aid, loans, advanced technology, and the influence of Western tourists spending money in China, the country has the capability to enhance its military might and potentially rival or surpass the Soviet Union.

By Barbara Amiel

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