> But the important thing to note is that both imports and exports are good for your country
Of course. I think that goes without saying.
>Just because another country dampens the effectiveness of this technology in one way
Because the costs created don't apply equally to the parties.
To put another way - peace is a technology that brings prosperity. If someone decides to shoot at you, why would you dampen this technology by shooting back? The global amount of prosperity will decline by responding in kind.
Of course. I think that goes without saying.
>Just because another country dampens the effectiveness of this technology in one way
Because the costs created don't apply equally to the parties.
To put another way - peace is a technology that brings prosperity. If someone decides to shoot at you, why would you dampen this technology by shooting back? The global amount of prosperity will decline by responding in kind.