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Laurence Brahm: Conference provides opportunity for new paradigm
The Conference on Dialogue of Asian Civilizations taking place in Beijing from May 15 to 16 is using open dialogue to establish a fresh set of universal values founded on the core heritage and culture of very ancient civilizations. The Silk Road historically was the economic order for thousands of years. It was a technology shift, as high-sea sailing vessels and the industrialization of arms caused overland trading routes to fall into disuse. The outcome was economic might shifting to coastal regions. A system of colonization emerged, followed by a post-colonial era that sought to maintain the status quo. Today, another technology shift — high-speed rails, smart road systems, telecommunications and 5G wireless — are changing the economic paradigm and reviving overland trading routes. China calls it the “Belt and Road.” Another way of understanding it is a new Silk Road, or even a “Cyber Silk Road.”
August 06 , 2019 -
Wang Huiyao: Go from Asian civilization to Asian community
Recently, the Conference on Dialogue of Asian Civilizations was held in Beijing. In his opening remarks, President Xi Jinping said that interaction and mutual learning promote the development of civilizations; Asian people should reject self-exclusion, embrace integration, uphold openness to foster a community with a shared future for both Asians and all humanity.
August 06 , 2019 -
Zamir Ahmed Awan: ‘Trilateral diplomacy’ prevails at China-Pak-Afg meeting
At a critical moment when the US canceled the “peace process” in Afghanistan, a trilateral meeting was held between Afghanistan, China and Pakistan, on Sept 7 in Islamabad. It is the third round of trilateral talks focusing on regional peace, cooperation, stability and friendship between the three countries, all of which share borders.
September 10 , 2019 -
Su Hao: Japan needs to balance alliance with a US amid China’s rise
Japan is regarded as a maritime country whose strategic security depends on the US. Sometimes Japan's policy is oriented by continental strategy; sometimes it is oriented by maritime strategy; and sometimes the country emphasizes both aspects.
September 19 , 2019 -
Wang Huiyao: India, China must look to the future
This week, Chinese President Xi Jinping and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will seek to reinforce Sino-Indian ties as they wander among the ancient structures of Mamallapuram. Local sites have been spruced up ahead of the summit, with roads repaved and gates repainted. However, recent events are a reminder that it will take more than a fresh lick of paint to cover cracks in the relationship between the two countries.
October 11 , 2019