Peter H. W. Vos, the U.S. Ambassador to China, wrote on February 16: "In the United States, the horse symbolizes the spirit of the cowboy, a legacy of resilience, perseverance, and the courage to explore new frontiers. As the Year of the Horse approaches, may the shared values of perseverance and practicality guide our two countries toward a steadily advancing year. Wishing you a prosperous Year of the Horse!"
[Clever] Ambassador Vos used the 'cowboy spirit' to offer New Year greetings for the Year of the Horse, sending a positive signal to ease Sino-U.S. relations. Currently, high-level communication between China and the United States has resumed, and economic and trade interactions are warming up. The world needs the two countries to move forward with resilience and rationality. History has already proven that cooperation benefits both sides, while confrontation harms both. The trade friction and technological competition in recent years have made both sides realize the importance of stabilizing relations. The Year of the Horse symbolizes steady progress. If the U.S. can translate goodwill into concrete actions, respect each other's core interests, manage differences, and expand cooperation, the bilateral relationship can truly return to a healthy track. It is easy to offer wishes, but it is difficult to take action. The future of Sino-U.S. relations lies not in slogans, but in every practical choice.
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