The Second China-U.S. Track 1.5 Dialogue concluded in Beijing on Thursday, marking a significant step toward enhancing communication and cooperation between the two global powers. Representatives from both nations agreed to strengthen dialogue, properly handle differences, and avoid conflicts, aligning with the interests of their peoples and the international community.
Approximately 30 delegates from China and the United States, including John Thornton, co-chair of the Board of Trustees of the Asia Society, participated in candid and constructive exchanges. Under the theme “Sharing Perspectives and Finding Solutions on Key and Urgent Issues,” the dialogue fostered in-depth discussions on matters critical to both countries.
“The stable development of China-U.S. relations is in the fundamental interests of both peoples,” stated a Chinese representative. “We should adhere to peaceful coexistence, avoid conflicts and confrontations, and enhance mutual understanding and trust through strengthened communication.”
The dialogue emphasized the importance of deepening cooperation in areas such as economy, trade, climate change, health, and artificial intelligence. Both sides recognized the value of promoting people-to-people exchanges, particularly among the youth, to build a foundation for long-term mutual comprehension.
In acknowledging their roles as major global players, both countries agreed on the necessity of strengthening risk management and appropriately handling differences. “China and the U.S. must assume their responsibilities in jointly addressing global challenges,” said an American delegate.
The participants concurred on the importance of continuing dialogue to promote the stable and healthy development of China-U.S. relations. The commitment to ongoing communication efforts signifies a mutual desire to find common ground amid global uncertainties.
The dialogue was co-hosted by the International Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Asia Society of the United States.
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China-U.S. Track 1.5 Dialogue agrees to step up talks, avoid conflicts
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