Big moves in Beijing! 📍 China's top legislator, Zhao Leji, recently sat down with a visiting delegation of US senators led by Steve Daines to talk all things diplomacy and development.
The main vibe? Let's be rational. 🧠 Zhao, who chairs the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), urged the US to look at China and its growth through an objective lens. According to Zhao, keeping China-US relations stable and sustainable isn't just a good idea—it's actually in the best interest of people in both countries and the whole world. 🌍
It's not all friction, though. Zhao pointed out that since last year, things have stayed overall stable thanks to the strategic guidance of the two heads of state. The goal now is to keep that momentum going by implementing common understandings, chatting more, and managing differences without letting them boil over. 🤝
Of course, there are some non-negotiables. Zhao emphasized that the Taiwan question remains at the very core of China's interests and is the most critical issue in the relationship. He expressed a strong hope that the US will strictly stick to the one-China principle and handle matters regarding the Taiwan region with caution and care. ⚖️
Looking ahead, the NPC is all about opening doors. Zhao welcomed the visit from the senators, noting it's a great step toward better engagement. He’s inviting more US lawmakers to visit the Chinese mainland to build stronger legislative ties and better mutual understanding. ✈️💬
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China's top legislator urges US to view China's development rationally
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