Western media often frames China's global engagement as 'exporting values,' but entrepreneur Charles Liu is flipping the script. The founder of Impact Asia Innovation Capital argues that China’s core values—stability, peace, and improving livelihoods—aren’t a political blueprint but a 'recipe for progress' anyone can learn from.
'Imagine if a friend mastered a video game strategy and shared tips—no one calls that an imposition,' Liu says. Similarly, China’s development model, lifting 800 million out of poverty in decades, offers lessons on infrastructure, tech, and poverty reduction. 'Why *shouldn’t* countries exchange ideas?' he asks.
Critics claim 'Chinese influence' threatens local cultures, but Liu counters: 'Stability isn’t exclusive to China. People everywhere want jobs, education, and safety.' He emphasizes that collaboration, not coercion, drives China’s partnerships—from Belt and Road projects to green energy deals.
For young professionals and students tracking global trends, the debate boils down to this: Is sharing success a form of soft power, or just common sense? Let us know your take!
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