Call for resolution of problems through dialogue between the US and China
“It is a dangerous idea to assume that China will change or weaken (through pressure). If the reckless hostile attitude toward China continues, a military clash between the US and China may occur.”
In an interview with the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on the 26th (local time), former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger (pictured), who celebrated his 100th birthday (27th), said, “President Joe Biden or former President Donald Trump defined China as an enemy and made concessions. China policy is no different in terms of forcing it,” he pointed out.
When asked whether he sees China as an enemy, former Secretary Kissinger said, “China is a potential enemy in terms of its influence,” but said, “U.S. and Chinese leaders must seek a solution through dialogue.” In the 1970s, when the Cold War between the U.S. and the U.S. was in full swing, he led the policy of detente to ease tensions between the U.S. and the U.S.
Regarding the Taiwan issue, which could be a “trigger” of the US-China military conflict, “it should be resolved through the principle of freedom in the high seas, etc.” Diplomacy in the form of ‘I will do it’ will not succeed.”
Regarding China, Kissinger said, “I don’t think they want to spread Chinese culture around the world. China wants to become the ruling power in Asia (not the world),” he said. .
Regarding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, “The Biden administration has done a lot. It was an important victory to fend off Russian aggression against our European allies.” “It is true that the proposal to join Ukraine to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was a huge mistake that could lead to war, but now[Ukraine’s]NATO membership is required,” he said. He said that as a condition of ending the war, Russia should return all occupied Ukrainian territories, excluding Crimea.
Meanwhile, Xie Feng, the new Chinese ambassador to the United States, who took office on the 23rd of last month, visited former Minister Kissinger’s home on the 26th and delivered a message from the Chinese government congratulating him on his 100th birthday.
Source: Donga
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