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Looking ahead, the discussion highlights that China faces significant demographic challenges, including population decline, which could impact its military and economic strength within the next decade. Combined with internal political purges and systemic vulnerabilities, this raises questions about China's long-term stability.
The speaker warns that current developments are setting the stage for a possible global conflagration—an escalation of tensions that could spiral beyond China's borders, especially if other nations begin acting unilaterally to protect regional interests. The delicate balance of power hinges on many factors, with the risk of miscalculation or accidental escalation looming large.