Letters | No wolf warrior, China is making a difference through peacemaking
- Readers discuss the Chinese approach to peacemaking, what a South China Sea paradigm shift could look like, and petty nuisances in Hong Kong housing estates
While the fruit of this reconciliation agreement has yet to be fully enjoyed, it has already opened the door to cooperation in areas such as trade, energy and regional security, which could bring both economic and political benefits.
China seems to recognise both the danger and the opportunity posed by a volatile situation: specifically, the opportunity to improve its reputation by contributing towards a more stable world. Its approach seems to be marked by emphasis on non-interference and respect for sovereignty; its neutral stance allows it to position itself as a trusted facilitator, leveraging its economic and political clout to bridge divides.
For all the less than positive coverage of its supposed wolf warrior diplomacy, China’s actions as a peace mediator show its commitment to promoting stability, resolving conflict and upholding the principles of peaceful coexistence.
While the Chinese approach to peacemaking may differ from the Western model, China’s emphasis on pragmatism and behind-the-scenes work has proved quite effective.