Chinese defense officials have called for a renewed focus on building trust with the U.S. military, emphasizing non-confrontation and open dialogue as keys to global stability. Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian stressed Thursday that both nations must work together to 'inject more certainty into a turbulent world.'
From Dialogue to Action
Despite recent tensions, Wu noted that communication channels between the two militaries remain open. He urged the U.S. to adopt a 'positive and rational' view of China's development, comparing the relationship to 'a smartphone needing regular software updates 📲 – outdated thinking only causes glitches.'
South China Sea Tensions Addressed
The statement comes after Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun refuted U.S. accusations about 'coercive' activities in the South China Sea during a recent ASEAN meeting. Wu accused the U.S. of 'stirring drama like a reality TV producer 🎥' by encouraging regional disputes for its own interests.
The Road Ahead
Chinese officials propose a three-step framework for military ties: 1) Avoid conflict 2) Expand practical cooperation 3) Gradually build trust. As Wu put it: 'When superpowers dance 💃🕺, the whole world watches – we must choreograph carefully.'
