Xie Huiliang,

71, Retired engineer, Zhejiang Province

What’s the first thing you think of about the US?

The US is a giant of technology and creativity, and the American people are generally open, which is a big difference from the reserved Chinese people.

What is the first thing you think of about the Sino-us relationship? Why?

It’s a big opportunity for China that Trump was elected American president, since he’s a businessman who lacks political and diplomatic experience. I think China should leverage this weakness to help its development.

What do you think of the Sino-us relationship? Why?

Compared to the Obama era, after Trump took office, China is really starting to take the upper hand, especially when Trump gave up [US] leadership on some issues by revoking the TPP (Trans-pacific Partnership Agreement) and withdrawing from international treaties like the Paris Climate Agreement. China should really grasp these opportunities.

How do you think President Donald Trump will deal with the Sino-us relationship? Why?

Trump’s a born businessman, so he cares more about immediate interests and is short-sighted when it comes to politics.

What do you think is the ideal Sino-us relationship? What is the key to such a relationship?

In an ideal world, international affairs should be balanced in all aspects. China should seize every opportunity to make itself stronger, such as strengthening the international status of the yuan and increasing its voice in international affairs and in multilateral organizations.