Beijing buzzed on Tuesday as Zhao Leji, chair of China’s National People’s Congress Standing Committee, welcomed a US congressional delegation led by Representative Adam Smith. It’s a big moment for China-US diplomacy, especially when everyone’s craving a bit more stability in turbulent times. 🤝
What happened: In a friendly meet-up, Zhao emphasized that both sides share a common desire: sound, stable, and sustainable China-US relations. He highlighted three pillars:
- Mutual respect: Recognizing each other’s core interests and major concerns.
- Peaceful coexistence: Building trust instead of fueling competition.
- Win-win cooperation: Working together on trade, tech, and global challenges.
He also urged both sides to keep discussions rational, objective, and fair. The aim? Strengthen communication, find common ground, and tackle misunderstandings head-on to boost bilateral cooperation and the global economy. 🌏
Taiwan spotlight: Zhao called the Taiwan question the most important and sensitive issue in China-US ties. He asked the US to stick to the one-China principle — the idea that there’s only one China — and handle Taiwan with caution.
By opening the doors to more exchanges, Zhao said China’s NPC is keen to strengthen ties with the US Congress and hopes more lawmakers will visit soon. It’s a move that could set the tone for future talks on trade, climate, and tech policy. 🔍💡
For young pros tuning in from Mumbai to Manila, it’s a reminder: global diplomacy directly shapes the tech you use, the products you buy, and the policies that affect our daily grind. Stay curious, stay informed! 📲✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
