The Response Piece: The Rise of China

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“Welcome to the Peaceful Rise of China.” A statement from US State Department.
Asia Times Online. 25 June 2007. http://www.atchinese.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=35630&Itemid=33

This statement indicates that the United States welcomes China’s peaceful rise. It stresses that the Fourth Sino-US Strategic Dialogue is for both parties to establish a solid framework of mutual trust. It states that “China is rising as an economic power, and also her political and diplomatic influence is growing. This is a significant development in the world today.” The US State Department believes that the relations between China and the United States promote and strengthen peace and security for both countries.

The two countries will firmly implement the agreements that were reached, and constantly expand common interests, in the basis of equality, mutual respect and mutual trust to ensure long-term, healthy and stable development. Both sides believe that they must properly handle the issue of Taiwan. The two sides discussed the nuclear issues, climate change, energy security, world peace, stability and prosperity, as well as preventing the growth of weapons of mass destruction,

The relationship between China, one of the oldest civilizations with the largest population, and the United States, one of the youngest civilizations with the strongest economy, is significant not only for the two countries but also for the whole world. The essence of Chinese culture is family affection and attachment. Any individual behavior damaging national dignity and group honor is not encouraged in Chinese society that thinks highly of collective benefits. American culture adopts a strong religious flavor and promotes freedom, democracy and human rights. To handle the Sino-US relationship appropriately, I agree that the presence of equality, mutual respect and mutual trust are very important, but both sides should realize the necessity to further understand and respect for each other’s cultures. Only through this kind of cooperation can any possible crises in the future can be minimized, benefiting both sides.