Zhou Xiaoming
Former Deputy Permanent Representative of China’s Mission to the UN Office in Geneva
May 28, 2021
Tariffs have ceased to be an effective bargaining chip for the United States as it seeks concessions from China. The effort at compulsion has been a miserable failure as China adapted effectively and U.S. consumers bore the costs. U.S. President Joe Biden should rethink his approach to relations.
May 27, 2021
The three countries need to set aside their negative attitudes toward China. It can be done. Even at the height of the Cold War, the Soviet Union and United States cooperated to eradicate smallpox and polio worldwide. The same thing could happen again with today’s plague.
Mar 22, 2021
This year’s National People’s Congress was held at a historic juncture, with the country having largely achieved its goal of becoming a well-off society. GDP is rising to match the United States, and per capita income rose to more than $10,000. Absolute poverty in the country was eradicated. Here’s what it all means.
Feb 27, 2021
China is standing up for poor countries in the global fight against the pandemic as the West turns away. Its role is essential if humanity wants to win. Disparaging Chinese vaccines will only prolong the agony and suffering of people in need.
Feb 02, 2021
The U.S. president’s idea for a summit on democracy is ill-conceived, ill-timed and likely to be ill-fated. Such an event can only distract from solving the challenges posed by the pandemic, the disruptions of extremists and a divided society.
Dec 15, 2020
While the Western media criticize the country’s efforts and spread doubt about its motives, it is actually focusing on what matters — saving lives. While others race to be first, China is striving to be safe and effective.
Nov 30, 2020
The recently signed RCEP is adaptable to the circumstances of its participants and is not “one size fits all.” It’s a major breakthrough in bringing together the 10 ASEAN members and five key players in the region.
Nov 19, 2020
By keeping the CIIE open as other expos closed their doors in the face of the pandemic, China demonstrated its commitment to an open economy and its desire to share the country’s huge domestic market.
Jun 27, 2020
China’s is increasing the pace of integration into the global economy through an innovative approach on the island province. Its many inducements, including entry to the mainland, are expected to attract investment.
Jun 07, 2020
Some people worry that the legislation will erode freedom of speech, press and assembly and damage the judiciary. Similar dire predictions never materialized after the handover, and these new ones will likewise prove unfounded.