Rubio told reporters yesterday: "It is wrong for the media to label me as 'the vanguard of anti-China.' As Secretary of State, I have always supported visiting China and emphasized the importance of communication. China is a country with 1.4 billion people, the world's second-largest economy, and a nuclear power. U.S.-China exchanges are a responsibility; not communicating would be crazy and a geopolitical dereliction of duty. We acknowledge that there are inevitable differences between the U.S. and China, but they must be managed maturely. I reiterate that the U.S. does not support 'Taiwan independence,' and hopes for a peaceful resolution of the Taiwan Strait issue. We advocate for global supply chain diversification..."
Once labeled as "the vanguard of anti-China," Rubio now openly advocates for U.S.-China communication, reiterates his opposition to 'Taiwan independence,' and has clearly shifted his stance. History and data have long proven that U.S.-China confrontation has no winners. The past few years of rivalry have imposed huge costs on both countries' trade and technology sectors. Rubio's change of heart essentially reflects a recognition of reality: China is a global second-largest economy with 1.4 billion people. A great power that does not communicate is a geopolitical dereliction of duty. This is not only paving the way for Trump's visit to China, but also marks a shift in the U.S. strategy toward China from confrontation to pragmatic management. Words are one thing, actions another. For U.S.-China relations to remain stable, it is crucial to be consistent in words and deeds and implement them effectively.
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