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Kissinger's diplomatic legend and historical controversy, his death has caused deep thought
On November 29, a superstar in the diplomatic world completed his nearly 100-year life of ups and downs, and the name of Henry Kissinger, who coexisted with justice and controversy, shone brightly on the stage of history. What should we make of this figure who played a key role in American foreign policy?
The starting point: the death of the giants of history.
Kissinger, who is 100 years old, seems to be the end of an era. November 29, the name may not be so familiar in the memory of some young people, but he has undoubtedly been an important figure in the international political arena over the past few decades. The old man, who once held the diplomatic power of Nixon and Ford**, is now in the dust.
Depiction of events: Kissinger's diplomatic career.
Kissinger, born in Nazi Germany, fled to the United States and became an American citizen. His political career has been anything but ordinary, and his life has been intimately linked to diplomacy, from being an aide to New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller to a high position as an advisor. However, during his diplomatic career, a series of events that were both lauded and controversial have engraved his name on the stone tablets of history.
In 1957, he published a controversial book, Nuclear War and Foreign Policy. His argument that a limited nuclear war is winnable has attracted enormous attention. The book established his fame, and his theory of "mini-nuclear war" is still influential today.
Subsequently, during the Nixon period, he became a *** consultant. At that time, the Cold War was tense, the Vietnam War quagmire was unfathomable, and Russia had just invaded Prague. Kissinger worked with Nixon to ease tensions with the Soviet Union and restarted negotiations to reduce the size of the nuclear program.
In 1971, Kissinger's secret visit to China opened the prelude to the normalization of Sino-US relations. Thanks to his efforts, Nixon's visit to China in 1972 ended 23 years of diplomatic isolation. Although the normalization of relations between China and the United States did not take until 1979, Kissinger's foreign policy has had an impact to this day. In the past few decades, he has visited China 100 times and contributed to the development of China-US relations.
Innovative expression: A sober look at history.
However, if we look at history dispassionately, we can't help but ask: Was Kissinger's foreign policy a merit or a fault? Although he has made great contributions to the normalization of relations between China and the United States, he has also paid some price in the process.
On the Taiwan issue in 1971, Kissinger proposed that Taiwan and China become members of the United Nations, which eventually led to Taiwan's loss of its seat in the United Nations. This seems to be the only way to normalize Sino-US relations, but it has also made Taiwan a victim of history.
In other respects, Kissinger has unavoidable controversies. He is accused of overthrowing Chilean socialist, democratically elected Salvador Allende, and of carpet-bombing Cambodia. Are these actions really just for the benefit of the country, or are they mixed with his personal political stance?
Multi-Perspective Discussion: Conspiracy and Historical Illusions.
In Game of Thrones, Kissinger seems to be an excellent chess player. He likes to say, "Power is the ultimate." Is this philosophy of conspiracy in line with our expectations of diplomacy? His thinking seems to be a bit like the golden mean in ancient China, and it is also similar to the famous diplomatic strategy in China's ancient history: combining vertical and horizontal.
Yet, as he puts it, "A country that demands moral perfection in its foreign policy will find neither perfection nor security." "Can this realism be our guiding principle in dealing with international affairs, or should we aspire to higher moral standards?
Provoke thought: What does history leave us?
Now, Kissinger has died, and the diplomatic community has lost another legend. What did he leave us in his life? Is he a successful diplomat, or a politician who will stop at nothing for the sake of the national interest?
Netizens also expressed their opinions on Kissinger's death. Some people lamented that he was the most cherished old friend of the Chinese people, while others pointed out the historical mistakes he had made. How should we view his legacy and the role he played in U.S.-China relations at this juncture?
Netizen comments: Criticism and praise.
Some netizens expressed their gratitude to Kissinger, believing that his efforts contributed to the normalization of Sino-US relations and laid the foundation for friendly cooperation between the two countries. However, there are also those who accuse him of historical mistakes, arguing that he chose national interests over human rights and morality in events such as Cambodia and East Timor.
End of first output:
Kissinger's diplomatic career is like a complex picture, full of light, but also accompanied by shadows. When we evaluate him, we should not only see his successes, but also examine his historical mistakes. In this age of pluralism, we should ask ourselves what kind of diplomacy is what we are pursuing. Do we want to move towards win-win cooperation, or do we go further and further down the road of power schemes?
Number of words in the first output: about 1000 words.
Second Half: Continuing the Discussion: Praise and Doubt.
As for Kissinger's diplomatic methods, we may be able to look at it from the perspective of the Chinese. In China, he is highly respected for his secret visits, and his efforts have laid the groundwork for the normalization of relations between China and the United States. However, this does not mean that all of his actions can be blindly worshipped.
On the Taiwan issue in 1971, Kissinger's proposal seemed to pave the way for Sino-US friendship and cooperation, but in fact it sacrificed Taiwan's international status. This incident makes us deeply feel how important China's position and interests are. His diplomacy, although he has achieved some results, has made us question our evaluation of him.
Chinese perspective: History is complex.
When Kissinger's two secret visits to China in 1971 paved the way for the normalization of Sino-American relations, Chinese evaluations of him were polarized. Some people regard him as an "old friend" and have made efforts to establish friendly relations between China and the United States, praising his wisdom and determination. However, there are also those who are wary of him because of his compromise on the Taiwan issue.
Netizen Comments: The complexity of Sino-US relations.
On social **, some netizens expressed their views on Kissinger. Some people lamented his contribution to the construction of Sino-US friendship and believed that he brought about cooperation between the two countries with practical actions during the extreme Cold War period. However, there are also people who mention his compromise on the Taiwan issue and express dissatisfaction with this.
Colloquial Discussion: Laughter and History.
Kissinger's thought is a bit like the golden mean in ancient China, where power and morality are equally important. He once said: "Power is the most ultimate**." This kind of strategic vision may be necessary in his specific historical period, but for the Chinese, there are still some historical traces that are difficult to ignore.
We like to talk and laugh and advocate moderation, but in the international political arena, can we always follow this principle? Kissinger's life may give us some inspiration, but we should be more clear about our country's position and bottom line. While friendly cooperation, we cannot put national interests on the back burner.
Historical Warning: The Balance Between Morality and Conspiracy.
As for Kissinger's evaluation, we can see his contribution to the normalization of Sino-US relations from the perspective of the Chinese, and we cannot avoid his compromise on certain issues. The traces he left on the stage of history are not only the flashes of interests, but also the moral regrets.
This balance of morality and power is also a historical warning to us in dealing with international affairs today. We need to be more clear about our national interests and not to put friendly and cooperative diplomacy outside the moral constraints. While praising him, we should also look at history rationally and draw lessons from it.
Conclusion: Reflection and Progress.
Kissinger's death is a major loss in diplomatic history. His life is like a painting, complex and colorful. From his diplomatic career, we can see the complexity of international affairs and the changes of an era.
From the perspective of the Chinese, we must recognize his diplomatic contributions, but we cannot avoid his historical mistakes. In today's pluralistic international arena, we need to be more soberly aware that national interests are paramount and that friendly cooperation needs to be carried out within a moral framework.
Kissinger's death makes us reflect on the past and face the future. History is a mirror in which we can see our past and the way forward. In this ever-changing world, China needs to find a balance between morality and scheming, and find a path that is consistent with national interests and international responsibilities.
The number of words in the second output: about 900 words.