By Ali Al-Rumaih, The-14
November 18, 2023
In an era defined by challenges and transformations, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a resounding speech, “Galvanizing Our Peoples into a Strong Force For the Cause of China-U.S. Friendship.” [Excerpt of the speech]. This piece combines President Xi’s profound insights on steering the ship of China-U.S. relations through turbulent waters with an exploration of his vision for a harmonious future between these major nations.
In his recent address, President Xi Jinping grapples with the pivotal question: adversaries or partners? Xi contends that viewing each other as primary competitors risks misinformed policies and undesirable outcomes, advocating instead for partnership, mutual respect, and win-win cooperation.
Xi underscores the importance of mutual respect as the bedrock of international relations, acknowledging the unique history, culture, and development path of the United States. The Chinese path of socialism with distinctive characteristics, rooted in a 5,000-year-old civilization, coexists with the U.S. trajectory, both leading to common human values. Peaceful coexistence is not just a norm but a baseline, a fundamental tenet for two major countries like China and the United States.
Rejecting a zero-sum game mentality, Xi dismantles the perception of China as a threat committed to peaceful development. He asserts that China never bets against the United States, refrains from interference in internal affairs, and harbors no intentions to challenge or unseat its counterpart. Instead, China welcomes a confident, open, and prosperous United States, urging reciprocation in embracing a peaceful, stable, and prosperous China.
Win-win cooperation emerges as a natural inclination in China-U.S. relations, with ample room for collaboration as China pursues high-quality development and the United States revitalizes its economy. Xi extends openness to initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative, Global Development Initiative, Global Security Initiative, and Global Civilization Initiative, all inclusive of the United States.
As Xi steers the ship of cooperation, he invites the United States to share in a vision of harmony. The speech serves as a guide, outlining principles that can lead these major nations to mutual success and contribute to global harmony.
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