China-U.S. ties at new historical starting point

I would like to highlight that it was a Republican administration that opened the door to China and it was a Democratic administration that entered into diplomatic ties with China. During the Clinton administration, our two countries reached agreement on China's accession to the WTO. During the Bush administration, we have become not only stakeholders but also constructive partners.

The tremendous progress in our relations is beyond the wildest imagination 30 years ago.

History is the best teacher. The 30-year history of China-U.S. relations offers us many valuable lessons. I believe it is important that we correctly understand each other's strategic role. What has happened in the past 30 years proves that China and the United States are partners rather than rivals, still less enemies. China-U.S. relationship is not a zero-sum game but a win-win relationship.

We must view and handle China-U.S. relations from a strategic height and a long-term perspective. We must firmly uphold and advance our common interests and expand cooperation.