Silk Road New Rhyme (50 Years of Diplomatic History Between New China and Arab Countries)

Author: An Huihou
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Publishing Date: 2006-09-01
Features: From the elaboration and arguments in the 27 essays of this book, one can clearly feel that the 50 years of China-Arab interactions have been filled with rich and fruitful, dynamic practices in Chinese diplomacy. They are not only distinctive but also abundant in experience, remarkable in achievements, and have written chapters of excellence, memorable stories, and cases worth referencing in the history of the People's Republic of China's foreign relations. This collection brings together meticulously crafted writings by senior diplomats and professors, who have conducted in-depth research on authoritative materials and then carefully composed their contributions. It is a precious document in the history of China-Arab relations.
Arab countries, located at the junction of Asia, Africa, and Europe, hold a prominent strategic position. They are also the birthplaces of ancient civilizations and the world's three major religions, and have always been an important group of members in the international community. The relationship between China and Arab countries has a long history, with exchanges dating back over 2,000 years, opening up the "Silk Road." After the founding of the People's Republic of China, from the establishment of diplomatic ties with Egypt in 1956 to the completion of relations with Saudi Arabia in 1990, China successfully established diplomatic relations with all 22 Arab countries through three major phases. To date, China and Arab countries have gone through 50 years of diplomatic journey.
A group of veteran Chinese ambassadors to Arab countries, as well as several renowned scholars who have long studied Arab countries, have meticulously crafted, conducted in-depth research on authoritative materials, and carefully written personal accounts of major events in China-Arab relations. These chapters of excellence, memorable stories, and cases worth referencing are all invaluable documents in the history of China-Arab relations. Reading these articles, one can clearly feel that the 50 years of China-Arab interactions have been filled with rich and fruitful, dynamic practices in Chinese diplomacy, which are not only distinctive but also abundant in experience. The words between the lines reveal this message: the Chinese people and the people of China are forever sincere friends of the Arab people and countries.
This book comprehensively elaborates on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Egypt, the enduring bond of friendship, and the arduous journey of China's diplomatic relations with Kuwait.