4 June, 2005

still not a diplomat

I’m not a Bush backer, swelling deficits bother me and I dislike the conservative elements of Republicanism (although there is more of that in Congress than in the administration).  Still, I admire Donald Rumsfeld. A large part of the reason for that is because he doesn’t do diplomacy.

China Confidential notes that Rummy has again likely upset someone.:

Less than 24 hours after criticizing China for its military buildup and lack of democracy (scroll down for the story), US Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld escalated his rhetoric, telling a regional security conference in Singapore on Saturday that the Pentagon’s soon-to-be-released annual assessment of China’s military capabilities shows that the country is spending more than its leaders acknowledge, expanding its missile capabilities and developing advanced military technology.

"China appears to be expanding its missile forces, allowing them to reach targets in many areas of the world, not just the Pacific region, while also expanding its missile capabilities within this region. China also is improving its ability to project power, and developing advanced systems of military technology.
"Since no nation threatens China, one must wonder: Why this growing investment? Why these continuing large and expanding arms purchases? Why these continuing robust deployments?
"Though China’s economic growth has kept pace with its military spending, it is to be noted that a growth in political freedom has not yet followed suit. With a system that encouraged enterprise and free expression, China would appear more a welcome partner and provide even greater economic opportunities for the Chinese people.

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