This is a tragic event that Chinese will never forget. On 8 May 1999, NATO, led by the United States, launched a brazen missile attack on our embassy in Yugoslavia. This is a deliberate and serious violation of China's sovereignty and dignity, and a flagrant violation of international law and basic norms governing international relations.
In the face of such atrocities, the Chinese people were filled with righteous indignation, and huge anti-US and anti-war demonstrations were set off across the country, demanding that NATO apologize and compensate and seek justice for the victims. However, the NATO side used an absurd reason to prevaricate, saying that it was a "mistakenly bombing" because of the use of outdated maps, which led to the wrong target positioning. This is simply an insult to the intelligence of the Chinese people, a hurt to the feelings of the Chinese people, and a test of the patience of the Chinese people.
So, why didn't China fight back then?Why not take revenge on NATO by the same means?Why not make NATO pay a heavier price?This is a question in the hearts of many people, and it is also a regret in the hearts of many people. Today, we will unravel this mystery and let you understand that China did not fight back because it was weak.
1. China did not fight back because the international situation did not allow it
1999 was a special year. In this year, the Soviet Union had collapsed, the Cold War had ended, and the world pattern had changed from polarization to the dominance of the United States. As the sole superpower, the United States has powerful economic, military, and diplomatic power, and can do almost whatever it wants in the international arena, and no other country can compete with it. As a result, the United States has become more and more arrogant and hegemonic, constantly interfering in the internal affairs of other countries, constantly provoking wars and conflicts, and constantly pursuing hegemonism and power politics.
Although China has begun reform and opening up and has made certain achievements in economic development, its position in the international community is still relatively marginal and weak. China also needs to cooperate with the United States in many aspects, and it also needs to use American influence to safeguard its own interests and security. If there is a full-scale confrontation between China and the United States, then China will face huge risks and losses, and may even trigger a third world war, which will be detrimental to China and the world.
Therefore, China did not fight back because the international situation did not allow it. China must take into account its own national interests and international responsibilities, and cannot be easily provoked by US provocations, fall into the trap of the US, and easily break international peace and stability. China must calmly analyze the situation and formulate strategies rationallyFight selectively, counterattack with moderation, negotiate with purpose, cooperate in principle, and develop with confidence.
Second, China did not fight back because of the mismatch in national strength
1999 was an important year. Whether in diplomatic, military, or economic terms, China still has a big gap and shortcomings. China still needs more time and space to speed up its own construction and development, to improve its comprehensive national strength, and to enhance its international influence.
At that time, China did not fight back because of the mismatch of national strength and strength. China understands that war does not solve the problem, but creates more problems. China understands that development is the last word, and only by improving its own strength can it have a voice and influence in the international community。Therefore, China did not fight back, but focused on its own construction and reform and opening up. Through continuous reform and innovation, China has continued to expand opening up, deepened cooperation, promoted development, strengthened self-confidence, won respect, established its image, displayed its demeanor, and become stronger.
3. China did not fight back because its national strategy did not require it
1999 was a pivotal year. This year, China's national strategy has a clear direction and goals, but more efforts and practices are needed to realize its vision and mission. China's national strategy is based on the theme of peaceful development, the goal of peaceful rise, the concept of peace and win-win, the means of peaceful cooperation, the foundation of peaceful coexistence, and the vision of peaceful common prosperity. China's national strategy is in line with China's national conditions and history, the trend and trend of the world, and the interests and well-being of mankind.
At that time, China did not fight back because the national strategy did not need it. China knows that peace is the prerequisite for development and development is the guarantee of peace. China knows that peace is what it needsIt is also the need of the world. China knows that peace is China's responsibility and contribution.
Fourth, China did not fight back because the national mentality did not agree
1999 was a year of passion. In the past year, China's national mentality has changed and improved significantly, but it has not yet reached the level of equivalence with the United States. China's national mentality is based on patriotism as the core, national pride as the driving force, social harmony as the goal, the rule of law and civilization as the foundation, innovation and enterprising spirit as the spirit, openness and inclusiveness as the characteristic, and sharing and win-win as the ideal. China's national mentality reflects China's history and reality, China's culture and values, and China's beliefs and pursuits.
At that time, China did not fight back because the national mentality did not agree. The Chinese people are a peace-loving people, a rational people, a wise people, and a bold people. The Chinese people will not be alarmed by US provocations, will not be succumbed to US threats, will not be confused by US **, and will not be fooled by US deception. The Chinese people will use their wisdom and courage to resolve crises and conflicts, promote dialogue and communication, enhance understanding and friendship, and build a new type of international relations of peace and cooperation.
Conclusion: China did not fight back because China had China's reasoning
Looking back on history, we can see that China's refusal to fight back was a correct choice, a wise decision, and a great move. China's refusal to fight back not only protected China's interests and security, but also safeguarded world peace and stability. China's refusal to fight back not only demonstrated China's wisdom and foresight, but also won the respect and trust of the world. China's failure to fight back not only promoted China's development and rise, but also promoted the progress and prosperity of the world.
At that time, China did not fight back because China had China's reasoning. China's truth is the truth of peace, development, cooperation and win-win results. China's truth is in line with China's national conditions and history, the trend and trend of the world, and the interests and well-being of mankind. China's truth is worthy of the pride and pride of the Chinese people, worthy of the understanding and support of the people of the world, and worthy of Xi and inheritance by future generations.
Today, we live in an era of peace and development, but we are also faced with various challenges and crises. We should keep history in mind, cherish peace, adhere to development, strengthen cooperation and achieve win-win results. We should inherit and carry forward China's principles and make new and greater contributions to world peace and development. We believe that as long as we unite as one and work hard, we will certainly be able to realize the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and make China's contribution to the progress of human civilization.