On January 16, 2024, the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. marked the 45th anniversary of Sino-U.S. diplomatic relations with a reception. Ambassador Xie Feng delivered a speech, highlighting three historical experiences in the development of bilateral relations. The event also served as the 2024 New Year reception, reinforcing the longstanding ties between China and the United States.
Ambassador Xie Feng highlighted President Xi Jinping and President Biden's congratulatory messages on the 45th anniversary of China-U.S. diplomatic relations, emphasizing the historic significance and achievements. He urged a review of the Communique on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations, stressing U.S. recognition of the People's Republic of China. Xie Feng acknowledged the sensitive Taiwan issue, calling it crucial in Sino-U.S. relations.
Highlighting the importance of public involvement in shaping future relations, the discussion touched upon the "San Francisco Vision" and recognized the opportunities and challenges. The 45-year journey of China-U.S. relations was reflected upon, recognizing both challenges and benefits. Addressing Taiwan, the affirmation of China's unity and international consensus on the one-China principle was underscored.
Jeffrey Green, Chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation said to ShanghaiEye when asked what’s the key to establishing a good relationship with US-China, “We have to cooperate, cynically. China is not going away and America is not going away. So the only future is cooperation. Chinese people are very easy to talk to. Americans are too, it is just putting them all together in the right situation. They can speak and cooperate and Chinese people want to cooperate with Americans and when Americans find out that the Chinese people are interested in them, Americans want to cooperate.”
Pragmatic cooperation is imperative; China and America coexist unavoidably. Emphasizing dialogue, Chinese and American people share a natural inclination for collaboration. Establishing the right context fosters ease of communication. Recognizing mutual interest in cooperation, the potential for productive collaboration emerges. In this interdependent world, acknowledging shared aspirations allows for a future defined by harmonious Chinese-American relations.
American citizens also came to the event to support the friendship between the US and China. One even said when asked by ShanghaiEye’s reporter what she is doing at the event, “I'm here tonight just wanting to give tribute to the celebration of the United States and world permanently in China. I'm here on behalf of the DestinationDC to meet people and express my love and appreciation for the Chinese nation.”
Ambassador Xie Feng also stressed the importance of peace across the Taiwan Strait and highlighted the three joint communiqués as crucial "guardrails." He urged responsible historical stewardship, strategic thinking, and practical actions to ensure stable, healthy, and sustainable Sino-U.S. relations over the next 45 years. He cautioned against Cold War rhetoric and emphasized opposition to exaggerating national security and weaponizing interdependence.
The commemoration of the 45th anniversary of China-U.S. diplomatic relations, as articulated by Ambassador Xie Feng, emphasizes the historical journeys, challenges, and benefits of China and the US. Urging public involvement in shaping the future, the "San Francisco Vision" stands as a guiding principle. As both nations navigate opportunities and challenges, the commitment to stable, healthy, and sustainable relations remains pivotal in fostering global cooperation.
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