Sing Haiming Actively Refutes China's Crisis Theory, Warning Against Cold War-Style Ideological Confrontation

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Sing Haiming, the Chinese Ambassador to Korea, stated that “if China and Korea expose ideological and belief differences, it will lead to confrontation and could even revert to a Cold War-style bloc confrontation.”

At the '31st Anniversary of Korea-China Diplomatic Relations Global Strategic Cooperation Institute Expert Seminar' held on the 31st at the President Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, Ambassador Sing said, “If this happens, it will bring no benefit to either country or their peoples, only disastrous consequences.” This is interpreted as an indirect criticism of President Yoon Suk-yeol’s diplomatic strategy, which is based on freedom and democracy and aligns closely with the United States and Japan while distancing from China.

On the evening of the 8th, Xing Haiming, the Chinese Ambassador to Korea, delivered a greeting while receiving a courtesy visit from Lee Jae-myung, the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, at the Chinese Ambassador's residence in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul. Photo by the National Assembly Press Photographers Group

Ambassador Sing: “Respect for Countries with Different Systems is Necessary”

Ambassador Sing emphasized that “China and Korea should recall the original spirit of establishing diplomatic relations based on neighborly friendship and mutual benefit, and eliminate interference,” highlighting the principles of gutongzunyi (recognizing differences while pursuing common interests) and gutonghuayi (pursuing common interests while expanding consensus even on differing points). He reiterated the need for respect as countries with different systems.

Regarding the possibility of holding a Korea-China-Japan summit within the year, Ambassador Sing said that China holds a similar position. He also mentioned plans to meet various figures from the National Assembly, government, and other sectors to improve Korea-China relations. After the seminar, Ambassador Sing told reporters, “Recently, in Qingdao, China, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that Korea, China, and Japan need to make a fresh start,” adding, “A fresh start means moving forward.” When asked if he was willing to meet President Yoon Suk-yeol to improve Korea-China relations, he replied, “If the President invites me, I will visit anytime to greet him,” and emphasized, “Both countries must work together to improve Korea-China relations.”

Strong Rebuttal to China Economic Crisis Theory... “Claims by a Few Western Politicians and Media”

At the '31st Anniversary of Korea-China Diplomatic Relations Global Strategic Cooperation Institute Expert Seminar' held on the 31st at the Seoul President Hotel. Participants are taking a commemorative photo before the event.

Ambassador Sing also actively refuted the theory of an economic crisis in China. He argued that “just as economies worldwide face considerable challenges, there are some risk factors in the Chinese economy as well.”

He introduced measures taken by the Chinese government to promote the development of the private economy and attract foreign investment. He mentioned that China’s gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 5.5% year-on-year in the first half of the year. Ambassador Sing emphasized, “A few Western politicians and media view China’s economic outlook negatively, advocating so-called ‘China economic collapse theory’ and ‘China economic peak theory.’ In fact, such claims have existed for 30 years. However, the Chinese economy has not collapsed and is instead becoming an important engine of global economic growth.”

He stated, “The economic development prospects and destinies of China and Korea are closely connected. The markets and raw materials for major industries in Korea, such as semiconductors and secondary batteries, which are rapidly developing, are closely related to China. I hope Korea holds a firm belief in cooperation with China and jointly promotes greater development of mutually beneficial Korea-China cooperation.”

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