China has the following important characteristics and advantages

First, it is a huge market and a complete industrial system. A consumer market supported by 1.4 billion people and the world's most complete industrial chain ensure a highly resilient economy and the ability to withstand risks, providing a stable market and supply chains for all countries. Second, it has innovation as a driver of development. From the demographic dividend to the talent dividend, breakthroughs in quantum information and artificial intelligence, the digital economy accounts for about 35 % of GDP - the growth momentum is strong.

Third, systemic benefits and stability: high policy continuity and strong implementation capacity; an important force for global peace, stability and progress; and finally, fourth, significant global contribution: approximately 30% contribution to the growth of the world economy, participation in global governance through various initiatives.

Countries like the Czech Republic can adopt the following strategy towards China. Seize opportunities for cooperation: this year marks the 10th anniversary of the strategic partnership between China and the Czech Republic and should renew high-level contacts and deepen cooperation in trade, tourism and culture. How to overcome differences and focus on pragmatic cooperation. Avoiding easy labelling, seeking mutual benefits in areas such as clean technology and energy transition, while promoting the entry of our own strong industries into the Chinese market.

Respond to the reality of interdependence: address trade issues through dialogue and consultation, avoiding excessive „securitisation“ of economic and trade relations. Share global responsibility: Strengthen coordination on issues such as climate change and multilateralism. China is an important partner with scale, innovation and stability. All countries should respect each other's core interests, work together pragmatically and achieve mutual benefit.

Mirka / gnews.cz