To clarify; I do not accuse the Americans of imperialism. Their support has been welcome, but currently I see no reason for American military bases in Saudi-Arabia when Iraq offers more than enough of bases for them in the Middle East. Additionally the Cold War is over and there is no Soviet juggernaut threatening the Middle East. Hence I feel that it is time to take away the main cause of extremists in my country, thus undermining their power and influence and allowing me to shift influence to the less radical members of society.

As to China, we thank you for your support, but as there is absolutely no threat from American imperialism against us, it is in the end unnecessary.