Is Europe declining faster than Qing China? A Chinese-French debate
A former French diplomat has sparked debate by comparing the European Union's economic decline to that of Qing China, suggesting Europe is falling three times faster. The diplomat, Vassy, noted the EU's share of the global economy dropped from 30% to 17% between 2008 and 2025, a decline comparable to China's between 1820 and 1870. Vassy argues this trend necessitates a shift for the EU towards understanding and engaging in power politics, rather than solely relying on international law and regulations. AI
