On the recordJuly 25, 2018
It strikes me--and that's my assessment as well. I mean, that is how I feel as well, and it is not--obviously, money does talk, and Chinese investment abroad isn't simply into roads and bridges.
Source
congress.govEditor's note · Context
Rubio discusses China's economic influence and its impact on international responses to human rights issues.
Share
More from Marco Rubio
Jul 22, 2026
If that is threatened, then I think the global economy is threatened, and the rules which have underpinned 150 years of international trade and commerce are also threatened, and that cannot be allowed to happen.
Jul 23, 2026
Iran is begging us, both directly and indirectly, let's do a deal, let's talk.
Jul 22, 2026
And so we’re glad to be with you today and to reaffirm that relationship and our commitment to the U.S. and Philippines’ relationship.
Jul 17, 2026
The most essential duty of the state – the first responsibility, frankly, of any government of any kind – is the protection of its people, is the protection of its country.
Other voices in this conversation
