{"id":19875,"date":"2023-04-15T00:13:12","date_gmt":"2023-04-15T00:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/being-an-ally-does-not-mean-being-a-vassal-news-bitcoin-news\/"},"modified":"2023-04-15T00:13:12","modified_gmt":"2023-04-15T00:13:12","slug":"being-an-ally-does-not-mean-being-a-vassal-news-bitcoin-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/being-an-ally-does-not-mean-being-a-vassal-news-bitcoin-news\/","title":{"rendered":"‘Being an Ally Does Not Mean Being a Vassal’ \u2013 News Bitcoin News"},"content":{"rendered":"

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French president Emmanuel Macron has decided to double down on his strategic autonomy policy thesis, declaring that Europe should not be forced to side with Beijing or Washington on Taiwan. Macron declared that being a U.S. ally \u2018does not mean being a vassal\u2019 in a state visit to Amsterdam, propping criticism and praise alike for his position.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Macron Doubles Down on Strategic Autonomy Policy for Europe on Taiwan Issue<\/h2>\n

French president Emmanuel Macron has reinforced his stance when it comes to the allegiance of France and Europe in the case of a potential conflict in Taiwan. In a recent state visit to Amsterdam, Macron doubled down on his earlier remarks, stating that Europe should remain neutral, rejecting to be grouped with any sides in a war conflict.<\/p>\n

In a press conference given alongside Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte on April 12, Macron stated<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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Being an ally does not mean being a vassal\u2026 doesn\u2019t mean that we don\u2019t have the right to think for ourselves.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The statements come as a complement to what Macron expressed<\/a> during his visit to president Xi in China, affirming his belief in the doctrine of \u201cstrategic autonomy\u201d and stating Europe had no possibility of taking action in Taiwan. Macron explained any statements on the case would just only serve to bring more tensions to the parts involved<\/p>\n

At that time, Macron also rejected the idea of being caught in the turmoil, considered allies of the U.S. \u201cThe paradox would be that, overcome with panic, we believe we are just America\u2019s followers,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

Positive and Negative Reactions<\/h2>\n

Macron\u2019s statements have spurred a myriad of reactions, some praising its international vision, and others criticizing its attitude towards China. U.S. senator Marco Rubio disregarded Macron\u2019s take on the Taiwan issue, declaring<\/a> that if Europe doesn\u2019t \u201cpick sides between the U.S. and China over Taiwan, then maybe we shouldn\u2019t be picking sides either on Ukraine.\u201d<\/p>\n

Former U.S. president Donald Trump also gave his take on the issue, being harsh with Macron stating that while he was a friend, he was \u201cover with China, kissing his ass.\u201d macron declined to comment on the issue, stating that Trump was part of the escalation that he wanted to avoid.<\/p>\n

Macron\u2019s statements are part of a recent chain of events that challenge the hegemony and influence of the U.S. in Europe and the Middle East. on April 4, after the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and Russia (OPEC+) announced a series of spontaneous oil production cuts<\/a>, Saudi Arabia\u2019s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman stated<\/a> he was no longer interested in pleasing the U.S.<\/p>\n

What do you think about Macron\u2019s strategic autonomy policy? Tell us in the comment section below.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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\nSergio Goschenko <\/h6>\n

\nSergio is a cryptocurrency journalist based in Venezuela. He describes himself as late to the game, entering the cryptosphere when the price rise happened during December 2017. Having a computer engineering background, living in Venezuela, and being impacted by the cryptocurrency boom at a social level, he offers a different point of view about crypto success and how it helps the unbanked and underserved.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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