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The transcript underscores a nuanced view of international relations. While some narratives cast the US and its allies as adversaries, historical and current evidence suggests complex, often paradoxical, relationships. For example, the United States significantly contributed to China’s industrialization by integrating it into the global economy and supporting its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Despite the current tensions, the US played a pivotal role in China’s rise, sending aid during wartime, supporting educational initiatives, and facilitating economic reforms—acts rooted in civilization and justice rather than selfish interests.