Foreign Leaders of China and the World as Depicted by Chinese Diplomats

Author: Li Tongcheng, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: The "Diplomat's Diary" series consists of 4 volumes: "Secrets of Sino-Foreign Diplomatic Relations," "Chinese Diplomats at the United Nations," "Chinese Diplomats' Portraits of World Leaders," and "Chinese Diplomats' Firsthand Experiences in Major Historical Events." Compared to similar publications, this series has two distinct features: 1. Strong author team. The contributors, the majority of whom are senior professional diplomats with extensive diplomatic experience, broad international knowledge, broad global vision, and high research capabilities in foreign affairs, have written their works based on their personal experiences. 2. Wide content scope. From high-level meetings to interactions with ordinary people, from behind-the-scenes palace intrigue to folk life, from uncovering secrets to fascinating anecdotes, it covers everything. This series reflects the long-term diplomatic careers of its members. Its unique aspects include: — High political level. These senior diplomats often interact with heads of state, government leaders, and other dignitaries of host countries while serving at embassies and consulates, and have the opportunity to personally hear directives from China's top leaders. Their writings vividly depict the words, deeds, and appearances of many Chinese and foreign leaders; — Approachable. The authors have personally participated in major diplomatic events and activities. Their descriptions of these firsthand experiences are vivid, realistic, and genuine; — Broad content scope. From high-level meetings to interactions with ordinary people, from behind-the-scenes palace intrigue to folk life, from uncovering secrets to fascinating anecdotes, it covers everything, often shining with the light of wisdom. In this book, the author recounts some little-known events in the history of China's diplomatic relations with other countries through personal experiences.