"A prominent feature of wolf warrior diplomacy was its emphasis on divisions between 'us' and 'them,' characterized by a moral critique of foreign officials."
"The motivating impulse behind China's wolf warrior diplomacy was a sense of both geopolitical grievance and bullishness, animated by genuine nationalist sentiments at home."
China's diplomatic approach, dubbed 'wolf warrior diplomacy,' emerged as a response to criticisms, showcasing a shift toward more aggressive rhetoric from its diplomats. This strategy emphasizes a stark division between China and its critics, portraying the latter as morally deficient. Political scientist Tyler Jost highlights how this diplomacy is rooted in both a defensive reaction to perceived injustices against China and a rising sense of nationalism. As such, Chinese diplomats, emboldened by their country's growing global stature, have begun to scold smaller nations and confront foreign officials directly.
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