China-US Relationship in 2015

The success of the climate conference in Paris clearly shows that dialogue between Washington and Beijing can be serious and productive. There are new challenges in the year ahead, with elections in both Taiwan and the US, but the bilateral relationship is so important for international peace and security in the 21st century that we cannot afford to let it drift.

Wu Jianmin Former President, China Foreign Affairs University via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/1RCaOBm

Head Tides Won’t Set Back Sino-U.S. Ties

From the Iran nuclear deal to the climate agreement in Paris, a new level of cooperation between Beijing and Washington signals that the pragmatic relationship dating from the Nixon administration is not threatened by changes in international conditions. A consensus is taking shape among celebrities, ordinary citizens, leaders and strategists in both countries that China and the US should not change their course of engagement and cooperation.

Chen Yonglong, Director, China Foundation for Int'l Studies via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/22TkmeI

Taiwan Arms Deal Aims To Reduce Cross-Strait Tensions

The recent U.S. arms sales decision regarding Taiwan led to a more moderate Chinese government reaction than seen in many previous transactions. The U.S. arms transfers to Taiwan serve multiple purposes and are likely to continue whoever is the leader of the next government in Taipei and in Washington.

Richard Weitz, Senior Fellow, Hudson Institute via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/1RyJNPo

U.S. Anti-Terror War on the Wrong Track

Having incubated the Daesh in its global war on terror, the US must take the responsibility to destroy it. Washington cannot sit back and expect the international community to defeat the Daesh forces without US leadership.

Wang Zhen Director of Security Studies Program, Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/1UKOq6c

Head Tides won’t Set Back Sino-U.S. Ties

From the Iran nuclear deal to the climate agreement in Paris, a new level of cooperation between Beijing and Washington signals that the pragmatic relationship dating from the Nixon administration is not threatened by changes in international conditions. A consensus is taking shape among celebrities, ordinary citizens, leaders and strategists in both countries that China and the US should not change their course of engagement and cooperation.

Chen Yonglong, Director, China Foundation for Int'l Studies via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/22TkmeI

‘Strategic patience’: Failed U.S. North Korea Policy

Republican presidential campaign frontrunner Donald Trump made hilarious and ridiculous remarks immediately after North Korea’s fourth nuclear test. President Obama may not publicly echo Mr. Trump’s view, but he may have applauded Mr. Trump’s argument privately. So here comes the next question: How will President Obama respond to the fourth […]

Mandy Peng via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/1RnO1sM

2015 Sino-American Military Relationship and Beyond

Despite disorder in the world, China and the US are finding ways to minimize risks with their armed forces, while counter-terrorism and anti-piracy provide new opportunities for cooperation. While the bilateral relationship is intrinsically volatile and competitive, the two militaries have been remarkably adept at finding common protocols, even in contentious areas like the South China Sea.

Zhou Bo, Honorary Fellow, PLA Academy of Military Science via CHINA US Focus http://ift.tt/1ZRn6XJ