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China’s Central Foreign Affairs Work Conference: Implications for PRC Foreign Policy
Feb 6, 2024
An analysis of China's Central Foreign Affairs Work Conference, focusing on Xi Jinping's speech and his more activist approach to PRC diplomacy. The episode explores Xi's concept of the community of common destiny, major country diplomacy, and China's future diplomacy. It also discusses the historical significance of foreign affairs work conferences and the shifting foreign policy priorities of Xi and Hu Jintao. The episode concludes with a discussion on the learning aspect of Chinese foreign policy.
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- China's confident assessment of its diplomatic achievements indicates a more assertive approach and a belief in its rising power.
- The concept of a community of common destiny is central to Chinese foreign policy, emphasizing unity, proactive diplomacy, and economic connectivity.
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Review of Chinese diplomatic achievements and Xi's confident assessment
Xi Jinping delivered a confident assessment of China's diplomatic achievements over the past decade, emphasizing China's strengthened position as a great power with increased international influence, leadership, and moral appeal. Despite recent challenges and deteriorating relations with the United States, Xi's assessment suggests that China is not in decline and is likely to adopt a more assertive diplomatic approach while avoiding the use of force or conflict. The confidence in China's rising power may shape its future actions and strategies.
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