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2. I don't know if the same rational applies in state-run capitalism as compared to the capitalistic

economies of other nations. Having the government contract services out to government-controlled corporations seems like a less efficient way to stimulate the economy compared to making actual payments to consumers because of the addition of middlemen.

I'm also not certain that China wants a direct war since their equipment is largely untested in wartime scenarios and their troops also lack experience in combat. They can wage war more effectively by economic measures, cyber crimes, and flooding the country with unsafe products and drugs.