I don't think the problem is noticing. People all over have hated this USA influence for ages. The thing is: who could do something about it? It took decades for China's economy to get where it is today. People aren't dumb. The skinny kid will usually not get into a fight with the buffed bully if there is not much chance of winning. With the US tripping itself more and more lately, it's just opportunity presenting itself.
I don't think the problem is noticing. People all over have hated this USA influence for ages. The thing is: who could do something about it? It took decades for China's economy to get where it is today. People aren't dumb. The skinny kid will usually not get into a fight with the buffed bully if there is not much chance of winning. With the US tripping itself more and more lately, it's just opportunity presenting itself.