China Is Preparing — Australia Isn’t | Niall Ferguson
October 29, 2025
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as posted by the channelIn this historical clip, Sir Niall Ferguson refers to a "Cold War" between China and the West, arguing that Australia is incapable of defending itself against Chinese imperialist aggression.
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