China's former Vice Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai reacts to Pete Hegseth's Shangri-La Dialogue speech
CNA • 2026-05-30T03:30:46Z • 2:21:00 • intermediate • News
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In a recent discussion, China's former Vice Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai shared his insights on the importance of strategic stability between the US and China. His thoughts shed light on the potential for cooperation amidst rising tensions.
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constructive
/kənˈstrʌktɪv/
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having a positive effect; helpful.
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The team had a constructive discussion that led to several innovative solutions.
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stability
/stəˈbɪləti/
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the state of being stable; firmness in position.
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Economic stability is crucial for the growth of any nation.
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cooperation
/koʊˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/
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the process of working together to the same end.
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International cooperation is essential to tackle climate change.
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legitimate
/ləˈdʒɪtɪmət/
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conforming to the law or to rules; valid.
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They had a legitimate reason for their absence from the meeting.
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confrontational
/ˌkɒnfrənˈteɪʃənl/
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tending to deal with situations in an aggressive way; hostile.
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His confrontational attitude made it difficult to reach an agreement.
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alliance
/əˈlaɪəns/
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a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries.
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The two countries formed an alliance to strengthen their defense capabilities.
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