“In terms of China's global impact, it is a significant player. But while we are seeing a far more activist China, in terms of its ability to actually lead, it is severely hampered.”
“Industry has expanded, agriculture has expanded and the population has boomed, ... But there has been no thought given to how to manage the resources of the Yellow River.”
“I think President Bush was speaking to an audience at home and to other countries in the region that want to see that the U.S. is still committed to human rights reforms in China, ... The bilateral discussions will be trade, currency exchange rates and more trade, with some side issues like avian flu and energy.”
“We see lots of bluster from the PLA (People's Liberation Army) and the Pentagon, ... But at the very top levels of government on both sides there is a consistent acknowledgement that this is one of the most important relationships for global stability.”
“We see lots of bluster from the PLA (People's Liberation Army) and the Pentagon. But at the very top levels of government on both sides there is a consistent acknowledgement that this is one of the most important relationships for global stability.”
“Industry has expanded, agriculture has expanded and the population has boomed. But there has been no thought given to how to manage the resources of the Yellow River.”
“I think President Bush was speaking to an audience at home and to other countries in the region that want to see that the U.S. is still committed to human rights reforms in China. The bilateral discussions will be trade, currency exchange rates and more trade, with some side issues like avian flu and energy.”
