January 30, 2017

"In August, 25 years ago, China and South Korea established diplomatic ties. But the current bilateral relationship is being overshadowed by Seoul's insistence on deploying the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system on its soil. If Seoul completes the deployment in Seongju County by July as planned, will anyone from the two sides still be in the mood for the 25th anniversary celebration? People will more likely be overwhelmed by fears that confrontation will dominate the trajectory of bilateral relations. 

Until July of last year, China-South Korea ties had been at its best with significant achievements in trade and people-to-people and cultural exchanges. In June 2015, the two countries signed a landmark free trade agreement. They have forged a partnership in 'realizing common development, promoting regional peace, revitalizing Asia and promoting international prosperity.' This not only benefits the two peoples, but also facilitates the peace and development of Northeast Asia and the whole world."

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