Any serious discussion on the rein- vention of＇the Chinese civilization implies both a long view of time and a broad consideration of space. In that sense, the notion of renlei min- gyun gongtongti is highly meaning-...Any serious discussion on the rein- vention of＇the Chinese civilization implies both a long view of time and a broad consideration of space. In that sense, the notion of renlei min- gyun gongtongti is highly meaning-ful.展开更多
China and the United States are still in a position to master their national destiny. The transnational financial markets, the fluctuations of oil, gas or food prices and the constraints of a multi-polar geopolitical ...China and the United States are still in a position to master their national destiny. The transnational financial markets, the fluctuations of oil, gas or food prices and the constraints of a multi-polar geopolitical order exert an impact on their economies, but do not command their policies. In a globalizing world, they act while the others react.展开更多
The redistribution of global power has changed the relations between the great powers and invites them to reconsider their diplomatic priorities. In the aftermath of World War II, the future of Europe was proactively ...The redistribution of global power has changed the relations between the great powers and invites them to reconsider their diplomatic priorities. In the aftermath of World War II, the future of Europe was proactively shaped by the United States, or more precisely, by a group of American ＂wise men.＂ But now China is in a position to have an unprecedented impact on European integration.展开更多
Thirteen years ago, Andrew W. Marshall, the most influential Pentagon strategist, endorsed the Asia2025 report in which the scenario of SinoAmerican synergy was not even considered：
China is neither a ＂blank sheet of paper＂ nor an immutable monolith, but an immense living palimpsest upon which the most recent narratives cover but do not erase the underlying strata accumulated through millennia....China is neither a ＂blank sheet of paper＂ nor an immutable monolith, but an immense living palimpsest upon which the most recent narratives cover but do not erase the underlying strata accumulated through millennia. One of the most significant marks of the Chinese identity, the Chinese writing system, is both hypermodern and antique, it is avant-garde design and paleography, the signature of fashion and a perplexing relic.展开更多
China now seems to be playing an increasingly important role in the international arena. David Gosset of the Shanghai-based China Europe International Business School analyzes "a new world with Chinese characteri...China now seems to be playing an increasingly important role in the international arena. David Gosset of the Shanghai-based China Europe International Business School analyzes "a new world with Chinese characteristics." He also points out that Westerners should reflect on their prejudices about China and "look at China as a living matrix of a civilization that is already shaping our time." His main ideas follow:展开更多
Understanding is key to Westerners and Chinese surmounting barriers Most of the media reports will not present a thorough and balanced analysis of the situation in Xinjiang, a vast region whose stability and developme...Understanding is key to Westerners and Chinese surmounting barriers Most of the media reports will not present a thorough and balanced analysis of the situation in Xinjiang, a vast region whose stability and development are not only strategic for the People’s Republic of展开更多
People have repeatedly attributed to the French emperor Napoleon a statement that he prob-ably never uttered and which has become an inept cliche "When China awakes,
China and the West should build a cooperative and constructive relationship for the 21 st century For the global village,China’s renewal is a source of economic growth,a factor of stability and an invitation to explo...China and the West should build a cooperative and constructive relationship for the 21 st century For the global village,China’s renewal is a source of economic growth,a factor of stability and an invitation to explore new ideas.In fact,through countless material or intellectual Silk Roads, an unprecedented intensity of exchanges be- tween China and the world is already taking the global system to another level.Businesses, government’s priorities and academic institu- tions have been transformed by this complex but promising process.展开更多
Both China and the European Union have a major role to play in achieving global equilibrium and peace Escalation in the Middle East, chaos in Iraq, uncertainty in Afghanistan, tensions over Iran's and North Korea&...Both China and the European Union have a major role to play in achieving global equilibrium and peace Escalation in the Middle East, chaos in Iraq, uncertainty in Afghanistan, tensions over Iran's and North Korea's nuclear programs, the spread of terrorism, large-scale economic exclusion, a deadlock in the Doha trade development agenda, rhetorical disputes between Washington and Moscow, the evaporation of U.S. soft power and the discrediting of the very values it is supposed to project.展开更多
The World Expo in Shanghai offers an opportunity for foreigners to set right misconceptions about China In an era of global interdependence, the Chinese renaissance does not have to entail Western
The European vision of multipolarity and the Chinese vision of a harmonious world indicate a path toward a world of equilibrium At a time when misunderstandings between cultures run rampant,when walls offear,
文摘Any serious discussion on the rein- vention of＇the Chinese civilization implies both a long view of time and a broad consideration of space. In that sense, the notion of renlei min- gyun gongtongti is highly meaning-ful.
文摘China and the United States are still in a position to master their national destiny. The transnational financial markets, the fluctuations of oil, gas or food prices and the constraints of a multi-polar geopolitical order exert an impact on their economies, but do not command their policies. In a globalizing world, they act while the others react.
文摘The redistribution of global power has changed the relations between the great powers and invites them to reconsider their diplomatic priorities. In the aftermath of World War II, the future of Europe was proactively shaped by the United States, or more precisely, by a group of American ＂wise men.＂ But now China is in a position to have an unprecedented impact on European integration.
文摘Thirteen years ago, Andrew W. Marshall, the most influential Pentagon strategist, endorsed the Asia2025 report in which the scenario of SinoAmerican synergy was not even considered：
文摘China is neither a ＂blank sheet of paper＂ nor an immutable monolith, but an immense living palimpsest upon which the most recent narratives cover but do not erase the underlying strata accumulated through millennia. One of the most significant marks of the Chinese identity, the Chinese writing system, is both hypermodern and antique, it is avant-garde design and paleography, the signature of fashion and a perplexing relic.
文摘China now seems to be playing an increasingly important role in the international arena. David Gosset of the Shanghai-based China Europe International Business School analyzes "a new world with Chinese characteristics." He also points out that Westerners should reflect on their prejudices about China and "look at China as a living matrix of a civilization that is already shaping our time." His main ideas follow:
文摘Understanding is key to Westerners and Chinese surmounting barriers Most of the media reports will not present a thorough and balanced analysis of the situation in Xinjiang, a vast region whose stability and development are not only strategic for the People’s Republic of
文摘People have repeatedly attributed to the French emperor Napoleon a statement that he prob-ably never uttered and which has become an inept cliche "When China awakes,
文摘China and the West should build a cooperative and constructive relationship for the 21 st century For the global village,China’s renewal is a source of economic growth,a factor of stability and an invitation to explore new ideas.In fact,through countless material or intellectual Silk Roads, an unprecedented intensity of exchanges be- tween China and the world is already taking the global system to another level.Businesses, government’s priorities and academic institu- tions have been transformed by this complex but promising process.
文摘Both China and the European Union have a major role to play in achieving global equilibrium and peace Escalation in the Middle East, chaos in Iraq, uncertainty in Afghanistan, tensions over Iran's and North Korea's nuclear programs, the spread of terrorism, large-scale economic exclusion, a deadlock in the Doha trade development agenda, rhetorical disputes between Washington and Moscow, the evaporation of U.S. soft power and the discrediting of the very values it is supposed to project.
文摘The World Expo in Shanghai offers an opportunity for foreigners to set right misconceptions about China In an era of global interdependence, the Chinese renaissance does not have to entail Western
文摘The European vision of multipolarity and the Chinese vision of a harmonious world indicate a path toward a world of equilibrium At a time when misunderstandings between cultures run rampant,when walls offear,
