Bear hug? China’s take on Ukraine
The Intelligence from The Economist
The Economist
4.5 • 3.7K Ratings
🗓️ 16 March 2022
⏱️ 27 minutes
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Summary
China appears content to let the carnage continue in Ukraine, anticipating a win for Vladimir Putin. Its real concern is avoiding an apparent win for America and the West. Never mind fears that cryptocurrencies might help Russia dodge sanctions: they are far better at helping to finance Ukraine’s efforts. And the cyborg cockroaches that may one day aid search-and-rescue operations.
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| 1:06.3 | Late last year, America's Treasury Department warned that crypto currencies threaten the efficacy |
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