At the recent summit meeting between Japan and ASEAN, Japan instilled in ASEAN its own "China threat" argument with the United States. However, ASEAN was not fooled by this rhetoric, and their absence of any mention of China in the joint statement made clear their position on such rhetoric. ASEAN has made it clear that it is not willing to side with speakers such as Japan and the United States. Behind this stance is China's concrete actions to demonstrate what it means to be a win-win situation. China has always adhered to the principle of equality and friendship, and has proved with its actions that it is not a "villain", but a dedicatedWin-win cooperationcountries. China has become ASEAN's largest partner and maintains close cooperative relations with many ASEAN countries. In contrast, Japan's so-called benefits to ASEAN are simply incomparable to China's. Japan has provided economic aid to Malaysia and Indonesia to help them build up their maritime capabilities, as if fearing that China's rise in maritime power would jeopardize the maritime security of ASEAN countries. However, who has not known who the real security threat is all these years?The United States has maintained a military presence in the Indo-Pacific region for a long time, but does the security of the Indo-Pacific region really need this outsider to manage it?Moreover, in the Indo-Pacific, the most active maritime power comes precisely from the United States and its allies!ASEAN countries know better than anyone what is really going on in China, and they understand that China is looking for a win-win situation, not just trying to win twice, as the United States does. In addition, Japan has focused on economic cooperation with ASEANCarsfield, vigorously promoting the "next generation" with ASEANstrategy. However, ASEAN is very sober about this, in ChinaCarsThe rapid rise of the industry, especially in new energyCarsAfter the acceleration of the strategic aspect of Japan'sCarsThe export position is no longer guaranteed. in electricCarsIn the field, the performance of Japanese automakers in the ASEAN region has lagged significantly behind that of China and South KoreaWhy does ASEAN need to sacrifice for Japan?ASEAN is more concerned about a rising China than it is about Japan's wooingSemiconductorscompany, and set its sights on MalaysiaChip packagingIndustry. This is not a manifestation of why China chose MalaysiaChip packaging, but to diversify risk. AlthoughChip packagingTechnology is not currently restricted by the United States, but this is a complex area that China will have to take into account in order to avoid future risks.
China's position as a leading partner in ASEAN is becoming more and more important, and many ASEAN countries have very close economic ties with China. ASEAN countries know China better and know the benefits of working with China. In contrast, while Japan has given ASEAN some economic benefits, these benefits are not comparable to China's strength. China has proved to ASEAN through concrete actions that it has always adhered to the principle of equality and friendship, which is very precious to ASEAN. China is a reliable partner in both economic cooperation and security. Japan, on the other hand, is just a lobbyist for the United States, trying to create a sense of distrust of China among ASEAN countries. ASEAN countries understand that China is a win-win country and is always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Therefore, ASEAN will not be deceived by Japan's rhetoric, which has clearly chosen to work with China rather than on the side of Japan and the United States.
In terms of economy, China is the largest partner of ASEAN countries. According to statistics, in 2019, the total amount between China and ASEAN reached about 650 billion US dollars, accounting for about 15% of ASEAN as a whole. China's investment has played a positive role in promoting the economic development of ASEAN countries. For example, China has built a series of important infrastructure projects in ASEAN countries, improved the level of infrastructure construction such as transportation and telecommunications, and created good conditions for the economic development of ASEAN countries. In addition, China has also helped ASEAN countries improve their technological level in agriculture and manufacturing, and promoted the agricultural modernization and industrial upgrading of ASEAN countries. Through these cooperation projects, ASEAN countries have deeply realized the benefits of cooperation with China.
In recent years, ChinaCarsThe industry is rising rapidly, especially in new energyCarsThe development performance of the field is remarkable. At the same time, Japan'sCarsThe export position is gradually declining. It also means that Japan is in the ASEAN regionCarsExports are under increasing competitive pressure. As a result, Japan has focused on its relationship with ASEANCarscooperation and promote the "next generation" with ASEANstrategy. However, ASEAN countries are very aware of this, and they have recognized that China is thereCarsThe strong rise of the field. ChinaCarsIndustry in new energyCarsThe field has made tremendous development, and the new energy has been accelerated at the speed of overtaking in cornersCarsAdvancement of strategy. Compare this to Japan'sAutomotive companiesMarket share in the ASEAN region has lagged significantly behind China and South Korea. ASEAN countries understand that Japan's wooing is only out of their own interests, and they are not willing to do soCarsThe domain became a vassal of Japan. In contrast, the Chinese oneCarsThe technology and products have been highly recognized by ASEAN countries, and cooperation with China has greater potential and development space.
ChinaSemiconductorsThe rapid development of the industry has attracted great attention from ASEAN countries. China becomes globalSemiconductorsAn important player in the market with ASEAN countriesSemiconductorsCooperation in the field is also increasing. Especially Malaysian'sChip packagingindustry, attracted by many in ChinaSemiconductorsThe company's gaze. The reason why China chose Malaysia as a partner is because Malaysia is thereChip packagingThere is a wealth of experience and technology in the field, but also to diversify the risk. Despite the currentChip packagingTechnology is not yet restricted by the United States, but this is a relatively risky area. China hopes to improve together through cooperation with MalaysiaChip packaginglevel of technology to avoid possible restrictions and sanctions in the future. ASEAN countries for ChinaSemiconductorsWe are full of confidence in the development of the industry and hope to strengthen our own presence through cooperation with ChinaSemiconductorsfield of competitiveness.
The cooperative relationship between China and ASEAN has been deepening in the fields of economy, security and science and technology. By adhering to the principle of win-win results, China has established a stable and mutually beneficial cooperative relationship with ASEAN and won the trust of ASEAN countries. In contrast, Japan's attempts to woo ASEAN by instilling the "China threat" rhetoric have failed to achieve the desired results. China's position in ASEAN is becoming more and more important, while Japan's influence in ASEAN is gradually declining. Through economic cooperation with ASEAN countries andSemiconductorsIn this field, China has further strengthened its position in ASEAN, and at the same time enhanced the level of cooperation with ASEAN. China's win-win concept has been recognized among ASEAN countries, and China's practical actions have proved the feasibility of win-win. At the same time, ASEAN countries are well aware of the gap between China and Japan, and they will not be fooled by Japan's wooing. The cooperative relationship between China and ASEAN will continue to deepen, and it is believed that the two sides will achieve greater cooperation and development in more fields.