Aphra, Gyles' daughter, is Tory MP for Chester South and Eddisbury. She's effective and personable. Tory Leader in ten years time? (View Post)

I think China is on the side of Russia because it is in their interests, not because they agree with what Putin is doing. Their interests include tactical things like cheap oil but also the strategic… (View Post)

So will Ukraine. (View Post)

I don't think there is a neutral party. Each nation acts in its own best interest. I'm sure China does. It is competing and expanding - hence the problems with neighbours. But I don't think an out br… (View Post)

I think China is actually a force for stability in the world in spite of all its manoeuvres around Taiwan. The last thing China wants is a third world war or even a trade war. It holds $0.8 trillion … (View Post)