"The chinese might be people who are willing to kowtow, so I understand why you think the British should back off. The chinese have been kotowing for the last 200 years, whether to outside powers or its own government. It is a habit that is hard to break"
I wouldn't be too certain about that one ------------- Britain is like the overpowering strict daddy who has had their way for all the boys life - and, now - daddy is older, weaker and still trying his arm - whereas the boy has grown into a big strong teenager with money and muscle
I wouldn't be trying the arm too much - in case the hormones outdo the respect