I don't know why people are complaining about the reparations. First off, one of the advantages of a long, tough war is that we now have a bunch of disciplined nations in the 0-500 infra range. Second, we attacked CnG, we did lots of damage, but we lost. Quite justifiably they want some compensation (and if I were in their shoes I would demand reps too).
Maybe I've been too exposed to "hegemony" ways, but since when shouldn't winners enjoy the fruits of a victory well earned?