A Glimmer of Hope After China-US Meeting
The relationship between the two nations remains stuck in neutral, and there is no reason to believe the U.S. is prepared to go from neutral to drive.
The relationship between the two nations remains stuck in neutral, and there is no reason to believe the U.S. is prepared to go from neutral to drive.
China does not present a threat or challenge to NATO; it does not see itself as a competitor and does not seek to build any kind of alliance bloc.
Looking ahead, China and the U.S. need to re-embrace the conviction that helped the two sides break the ice 50 years ago and set out on a new journey, guided by the three principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation.
If the Biden administration is determined to play the Taiwan game, China will have no choice but to take off the gloves.
China still hopes to work with the U.S. to manage risks and crises, but the premise is that the U.S. is able to accept the signal, get along with China in a constructive manner, and stop any behavior that challenges China’s core interests.
The current inflation really puts to the test the U.S. Government: Will it lift tariffs on Chinese goods for the good of its own people and economic development, or will it stick to the tariffs, even adding some on top, regardless of its population’s plight just for the intention of curbing China?
The key to security and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region is win-win cooperation, and not zero-sum games or confrontation. In this regard, the region should become an area for peaceful development, instead of an arena for playing up geopolitics.
It seems American leaders continue to believe Shangri-La actually exists, and it is a place where peace and tranquility can be found only if the U.S. is in control.
Most countries in the world, and developing countries in particular, support China’s approach toward international rules and orders.
The U.S. narrative about China and human rights aims to demonize China—also a human rights concern—while distracting others from America’s painful record at home and abroad.
Attempting to split, isolate, and erect behaviors throughout the region of Asia poses a critical threat toward longstanding growth, prosperity, and regional cooperation.
Mr. Blinken again spoke publicly about the two countries, and he again left a clear impression that the White House has no plan for improving diplomatic relations between Washington and Beijing.