I do, of course. (and I meant to include your name in the overreaction apology above).
Let’s suppose someone did want to try that trick with Germany, there is an election in 2 weeks, could it be influenced? probably not, but I am sure some think otherwise.
Anyway, if Germany does it, or significantly changes their position then China might as well just give up with the EU and focus on rest of the world. They are good at creating markets where they didn’t exist before.
China cares about what Germany thinks and really wants to earn their respect and trust, as equals, it’s a major prize and validation of sorts, and it should naturally happen.
Apologies accepted. Thank you. It take a big man to accept his errors. For that, you have gain my respect.
Now with Germany. No of course not. No country would want to loose a relationship with such a giant on the political sphere in the world, let alone EU.
But let's be clear. It is not in the interest of Germany either to loose China in their diplomatic relationship. You mentioned about the possibility of a new party in charge in Germany. Yes this us a risk. But a risk China couldn't control. Beside, IMO, the Greens, no matter their politics, are realist, they would not want to see their profitable ventures in China begin danger of loosing everthing which affects the ecomomic wellbeing of their people, thus their re-election chances. So it is kind of akin to suicides if they decides to cut ties with China for the sake of Taiwan.
And let's not forget history here. China did not have relationship with Germany and all western nations for 30 years. So if needs be, China will take the hit for the sake of our red line. Taiwan .
This is where I get frustrated with western people. They for some reason do not realise how Taiwan is ingrain into every Chinese psychic. I can understand the average Joe don't understand this. But the policy makers in white house does. And this is why they are constantly pushing that button. It is like putting a hot knife on to old wounds. This is where the Chinese need to resolved this once and for all.