Chapter 79 24. China, Western countries and the world

China is a neighbor to the world.In recent years, China has frequently been active on the international stage.The Chinese Premier, like other important leaders, travels all over the world, holds various high-level summits at home, and participates in all international talks: signing a large number of bilateral agreements, formulating multi-party policies, participating in high-level summits (United Nations, G8, G20, international cooperation, The United Nations peacekeeping force has negotiated with many parties on the Iranian issue and the North Korean issue, and its diplomatic activities are very active).

The rise of China and the improvement of its international status have brought new influences on China in terms of geopolitics, culture, economy and finance. In addition, various crises in recent years (energy, resources, environment, currency, economy, financial crisis and the decline of the euro area, international security, Iran issue, Middle East issue, etc.) have given China an advantage in the international arena status.In the past, China's influence was mainly concentrated in Asia or limited to bilateral issues surrounding China. As a permanent member of the UN Security Council, possesses nuclear weapons and enjoys the right of veto, China has successfully held consultations among various countries, established a crisis management mechanism and put forward proposals to speed up the resolution of various international disputes.

Now, China has played an important role that cannot be ignored in various international disputes, both near and far. However, the main principles of China's foreign policy on external issues have not changed: maintaining regional stability, promoting economic growth, building a friendly and stable international environment, non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries, maintaining the status of a developing country, and promoting the spirit of peace. However, China's influence on the world, such as its influence on the African continent, the expansion of international trade, the birth of emerging countries, the relative weakness of the United States, and the possibility of becoming the world's largest power in the future have brought China great influence. New responsibilities beyond issues of influence and preparedness for domestic crises.

First, China has emerged from the plight of diplomatic isolation.This is mainly through actively participating in multi-party organizations and crisis management mechanisms, participating in peacekeeping, resolving conflicts, opposing nuclear proliferation, and dispatching rescue and peacekeeping forces. Second, since the overthrow of the Berlin Wall, people have seen the ubiquity of American influence on the international stage.From this point of view, China's purpose is to resist US hegemony, enhance its influence in world issues and combat US power. To this end, China should obtain the recognition of China's power from Western countries, establish new alliances, consolidate partnerships, and increase new areas of influence, such as: Southeast Asian countries, the European Union, the African Union, and the Southern Common Market, so as to promote China's diplomacy , to expand China's influence, but at the same time do not forget to make those more independent countries, regions or transnational alliances.

China is developing in the direction of world leadership and is resolutely guarding against anti-China alliances. Today, China continues to pursue a foreign policy of supporting its neighbors, establishing its authority in Asia and the world in terms of leadership, international competition and cooperation.Southeast Asia has taken full advantage of China's rise, and China's political, economic, and financial developments have indeed had an impact on China's neighborhood and the world. Over the years, China has actively participated in various political, economic, and financial affairs to promote regional peace and the development of regional free trade, such as focusing on the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

ASEAN countries represent more than 500 million people worldwide and a gross national product of more than 1.1 trillion euros, which also enhances China's strength. China actively pays attention to regional and international issues.In addition to ASEAN, China also pays attention to or participates in most influential organizations in Asia and the world to promote friendly relations with the European Union, African countries (China-Africa Forum), Latin America, Russia and other regions and countries , and participated in many seminars similar to the Davos Forum. China has benefited from the latest quotas of the International Monetary Fund (FMI) and the World Bank, and its representatives also occupy an increasingly important position in international organizations such as the World Health Organization.

The following list is not exhaustive, but we can already see that China participates in more than 30 international organizations either as a member or as an observer: The United Nations (ONU), where China, as a permanent member, has veto power; International Monetary Fund (FMI); World Trade Organization (OMC); International Organization for Standardization (ISO); International Labor Organization (OIT); United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco, referred to as UNESCO); South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (ASAARC, referred to as SAARC); Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC);

South Pacific Forum (Forum du Pacifique Sud), consisting of 16 countries and territories in the Pacific Ocean; Shanghai Cooperation Organization (OCS): including 6 member states including China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, and Tajikistan, and 4 observer states including India, Iran, Mongolia, and Pakistan; Asian Development Bank (Banque asiatique de developpement); Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OCDE), Partnership; International Atomic Energy Agency (AIEA). What will China's future hold?Should other countries fear China or regard it as a world partner and development booster?How does the United States view this issue? …What is certain is that from now on China will no longer let other countries dictate its politics, reform, development and other issues, as well as new partners in Latin America, Africa and the world.

China already has Chinese advantages in dialogues and speeches in some international conferences, such as speeches at the China-US (G2) summit, or in the Group of Twenty (G20) efforts to improve international cooperation in the economic and financial fields . Between now and 2030, can we join the competition among the great powers, or cause a "big sensation" and join the dialogue between the great powers? We will incorporate it in a cyclical manner for any future period.We are now turning over a new page in world history, and this worldwide upheaval will certainly cause tension and adjustments.

The new world will be a multi-polar world where the "West-Asia" polarization and the rising power of emerging countries such as the "BRIC" coexist. What is certain is that the world's perception of China has changed.China adheres to the view of multi-polarity, and does not claim to be a "world hegemon", but only one pole in a multi-polar world. In fact, China does not want to rule the world!It does not want to become a "world policeman" or a "world parent", but has different development goals and plans from previous world powers. China insists on "multipolarity", so it will oppose the United States without damaging its image.

For China, the US is an important partner because the US is also working on the balance of power in the world and trying to help China! In order to oppose disputes and maintain stability, China will take measures to promote the rapid development of countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe and others and help them play an active role in the international arena. None of this is unexpected.Because from its basic characteristics and the viewpoint of seeking truth from facts, China shares common interests with other countries in the world.In order to ensure its own strength, future diplomatic relations, peace and stability, development and the realization of the new world order it proposes, China has formulated a series of policies and strategies.In short, just like in diplomacy, China insists on pragmatism and "gains and losses". China considers itself the center of civilization, but not the center of the world.Its opposition to U.S. hegemony makes it inclined to use a different model of development: while ensuring its own prosperity and strength, it is unwilling to copy those development plans that do not conform to its values ​​and are firmly opposed to it. It can be seen from its development concept that China hopes to become a responsible great power. Those countries that were once influenced by Western countries have quietly changed their camps.Neither the United States nor Europe can handle international disputes independently of China.China is playing an increasingly active role in dealing with international disputes (such as the Middle East issue, Palestine-Israel issue, Iran-Iraq issue, Afghanistan issue, and North Korea issue, etc.). China's role as a middleman between the United States and North Korea and as a negotiator in the Iran issue both play a decisive role.It usually has different propositions, analyzes and positions from Western countries.But over time, China will emerge as a world-class player in resolving international disputes. Within the framework of the United Nations or some other international organizations, China adopts an aid policy and has developed increasingly active cooperation and exchanges with all countries in the world. Chinese peacekeeping forces: carried out many tasks to maintain regional peace, security and stability; Rescue teams: involved in rescue efforts in many global natural disasters; Tasks and missions: involving social, cultural, food, economic and other issues; Participation and sharing: International and Chinese non-governmental organizations (NGOs) participate in and help some countries hit by earthquakes or natural disasters to rebuild. In terms of China-EU relations, China has long had a strong interest in Europe and the European Union (EU).The growing European Union is China's most important trading partner and political economy that must be faced. A unified Europe is an important bargaining chip for world peace and stability.China needs a well-organized Europe, and this ancient continent cannot continue to develop without China.The EU allows China to talk to only one "big player" instead of struggling to communicate with different European countries under different regulations and different strategic policies. The existence of the European Union, its significant economic status, its population of 500 million (third in the world), and its unified currency are a huge advantage for China. The EU is an important strategic political and economic "one pole", and it is also an important bloc that balances the world order controlled by the United States.If the American model attracts countless Chinese people with its impeccable advantages and vitality, then Europe provides them with another model that is more similar to China, diverse, rich in history, and multicultural. Despite some differences between Chinese and European leaders, relations between China and the EU have been constructive. This also applies to France. The recognition of the Central People's Government of the People's Republic of China in 1964 was by no means a simple stroke of its global plan.But the Chinese remember that while the close relationship between the two countries was growing, some partnerships were not going well, as reported in the media in 2008.Still, the Chinese love this defiant, idealistic, unrealistic people. The strategic partnership between China and France, just like the "European engine" Germany, has promoted good cultural and economic relations between China and Europe. Due to its sensitivity to homeland security issues and the fight against international terrorism, China has implemented a series of strategies of surveillance, vigilance, resistance and cooperation with other countries.On the other hand, China has also noticed some problems related to extreme conservative forces at home and abroad. China has taken measures to further promote the unique culture of ethnic minorities, such as art, traditional customs, traditional festivals, health care, language and regional development, etc., all in order to solve problems such as harmonious development. In terms of its international influence, which has become a worldwide geopolitical issue, which disturbs the West, China has already demonstrated its prestige.Today, China's diplomacy is increasingly active.While the contrast with the U.S. position has become increasingly open and direct, China has maintained a policy of dialogue and exchange with partners, rich or poor. World power has caused the United States and Europe to look to Asia and China.The worldwide impact of the slow recession in the United States and Europe has hit hard. China's goal of becoming a world power and influencing world affairs is obvious.Therefore, China needs a new international order that gives it a dominant position.