You see, my friend. Back in the day, post WWII, the West led by the US and anyone who allied with the US back then enjoyed access to the West market, technological expertise, TOT, and money to fund infrastructure and that how those allies grew rich together under the US leadership. But there is a price to pay for that richness. You have to offer your land up for US to base and of course your women were offer to the US GI. That is just the reality of working with the US. They don't offer you this prosperous life without condition and benefit. During those day, the Communists hate Capitalists because of these exploitation. Today you are late to that party. The West is declining. Their technological lead is being challenged and narrow by the East, mostly led by China. Money is tight in the West sphere. They need those money to fund their own development. They are not going to spend outlandishly like they used to.
For you, what you choose is none of our business and we don't care. Our money is not going to be wasted and technology will not transfer to you. So of course you will make better deal with the US if they have any money left to help you. It is their issue. We remain commit to helping those we like.