Jia Lieying, Director, School of International Relations, Beijing Language and Culture University:

The visit was successful as proven by the posi tive commen t s o f man y s c h o l a r s from home and abroad. Their face-to-face meetings contribute to the improvement of bilateral relations as it helps to enhance mutual understanding and reduce uncertainty. China and the United States have already developed sound economic and peopleto-people relations, as the two nations are each other’s largest trading partner, from which the two have benefited a lot. During the latest meeting, the two sides agreed to enhance military exchanges, which is of particular significance for bilateral relations. And the two sides also agreed to establish a highlevel diplomatic and security dialogue to promote mutual understanding. Exchanges of such high frequency will surely deepen mutual trust.

Despite President Trump’s harsh campaign rhetoric, I believe China-U.S. relations will develop in a positive direction. Trump’s call to “make America great again” is in alignment with the Chinese dream put forth by President Xi with both relying on comprehensive social and economic development of the two nations. In the meantime, close coordination between the two countries is vital to maintaining world peace and prosperity.

Not long before, during his first official visit to China, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said bilateral ties should be based on the principles of no conflict, no