Breaking the Ice in 1964: A Chronicle of Sino-French Diplomatic Relations

Author: Chen Dunde
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Publishing Time: 2007-01-01
Features: The establishment of Sino-French diplomatic relations in 1964 was hailed as the "diplomatic nuclear bomb that shattered the Cold War ice" and stunned the world. This book uses a unique and delicate touch to vividly portray the great leaders Mao Zedong and Charles de Gaulle during the Cold War era—both daring to say no to Soviet hegemony and American hegemony, respectively. After the issues of Indochina and Algeria's national independence were resolved, de Gaulle sent secret envoys carrying his personal letter, disguised as "tourists," into the so-called "Iron Curtain" China to begin negotiations on establishing Sino-French diplomatic relations. Mao Zedong held de Gaulle in high esteem. Due to de Gaulle's sudden death, he was unable to meet with Mao Zedong in person during his lifetime, becoming a great regret in the history of Sino-French relations! This book is a must-read for those studying and understanding the diplomatic history of the New China and is considered a masterpiece of documentary literature.
The establishment of Sino-French diplomatic relations in 1964 was hailed as the "diplomatic nuclear bomb that shattered the Cold War ice" and stunned the world. This book uses a unique and delicate touch to vividly portray the great leaders Mao Zedong and Charles de Gaulle during the Cold War era—both daring to say no to Soviet hegemony and American hegemony, respectively. After the issues of Indochina and Algeria's national independence were resolved, de Gaulle sent secret envoys carrying his personal letter, disguised as "tourists," into the so-called "Iron Curtain" China to begin negotiations on establishing Sino-French diplomatic relations. Mao Zedong held de Gaulle in high esteem. Due to de Gaulle's sudden death, he was unable to meet with Mao Zedong in person during his lifetime, becoming a great regret in the history of Sino-French relations! This book is a must-read for those studying and understanding the diplomatic history of the New China and is considered a masterpiece of documentary literature.