At the recent Munich Security Conference in Germany, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Harvard University professor Graham Allison for a pivotal discussion on international relations. Following their meeting, CGTN host Xu Qinduo engaged in an insightful conversation with Allison about the future of China-U.S. ties.
Allison expressed optimism regarding the trajectory of bilateral relations, highlighting a significant difference in leadership styles between former U.S. President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden. He pointed out that while Biden has emphasized strategic competition, Trump adopted a more pragmatic and business-oriented approach.
According to Allison, Trump's perspective allowed China and the U.S. to coexist through healthy competition in various sectors, manage disagreements constructively, and still find common ground for collaboration. This business-like dynamic, he suggests, created a more stable and cooperative relationship between the two superpowers.
As the global landscape continues to evolve, Allison's insights shed light on how different leadership approaches can impact international relations, offering valuable lessons for policymakers and stakeholders alike.
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cgtn.com
