This is famous, not only China, the whole world knows it! on this phrase, direct fire, "Does the people of California have the right to vote for independence?
Who would have thought that a question about California's independent voting rights could make American guests speechless on the spot in front of the international media camera?
Recently, in a BBC debate program, Gao Zhikai, a senior Chinese diplomat, threw out such a question that hit the key point. This video quickly caused a heated discussion all over the world, and many people shouted "too happy" after watching it.
There may be some people who are not familiar with Gao Zhikai. I have to make it clear to everyone that there were previous rumors on the Internet that he served as the U.S. ambassador to China. This is actually a misunderstanding.
The reality is that he has never been a U.S. ambassador to China, but a senior diplomat of our China, who has not only served in the Foreign Ministry, but also worked in the United Nations, and has a very rich experience in international affairs.
In recent years, he has often spoken in the international media as a "civil commentator", and each speech can accurately grasp the core of the problem and give a deep view.
During the debate, the two men discussed some international issues, and when they talked about regional autonomy related topics, Gao Xiaoping turned and asked the American guest directly: "If the people of California want to vote to decide whether they are independent, do they have the right to vote?"
As soon as this question came up, the American guests who were still talking eloquently were instantly stuck. They could not say a complete sentence for a long time, and the atmosphere at the scene suddenly became very subtle. After this video was posted online, it quickly attracted the attention of a large number of netizens. Both domestic and foreign netizens praised Gao Zhikai for his sharp questions.
Some netizens commented that this question was too precise and hit the double standards of some countries on related issues.
Anyone familiar with international affairs knows that California, as a state of the United States, has indeed had discussions about independence before, but has not been a clear outcome.
When the United States deals with similar problems in other countries, it often uses the so-called "*" and "freedom" standards to point fingers, but when similar situations occur within its own country, its attitude is completely different.
The question raised by Mr. Gokchee just broke this double standard and made it clearer to see the hypocrisy shown by some countries in international affairs.
It can also be seen from this fact that China, on the international stage, is increasingly daring to make its own voice, and this voice is reasonable and sound.
There are many diplomats like Gao Zhikai who are active in the international media. With their professional knowledge and keen insight, they speak for China in various international occasions, allowing the world to better understand China's position and attitude, and allowing more people to see China's responsibility and demeanor as a major country.
This kind of demeanor is not built up by tough words, but based on facts and reasons, and displayed in a peaceful but powerful way, which is more convincing than any flowery rhetoric.
Now this debate video continues to ferment. More and more people are paying attention to this topic and have a better understanding of Gao Zhikai.
While everyone praises him, they are actually recognizing China's increasingly important position in international affairs.
After all, only if you are strong enough to have more voice on the international stage, you can make your voice heard and recognized by more people.
However, what do you think about the question asked by Gao in the BBC debate and the diplomatic wisdom he has demonstrated?How would you, if you were, deal with a similar topic in such an occasion?
Who would have thought that a question about California's independent voting rights could make American guests speechless on the spot in front of the international media camera?
Recently, in a BBC debate program, Gao Zhikai, a senior Chinese diplomat, threw out such a question that hit the key point. This video quickly caused a heated discussion all over the world, and many people shouted "too happy" after watching it.
There may be some people who are not familiar with Gao Zhikai. I have to make it clear to everyone that there were previous rumors on the Internet that he served as the U.S. ambassador to China. This is actually a misunderstanding.
The reality is that he has never been a U.S. ambassador to China, but a senior diplomat of our China, who has not only served in the Foreign Ministry, but also worked in the United Nations, and has a very rich experience in international affairs.
In recent years, he has often spoken in the international media as a "civil commentator", and each speech can accurately grasp the core of the problem and give a deep view.
During the debate, the two men discussed some international issues, and when they talked about regional autonomy related topics, Gao Xiaoping turned and asked the American guest directly: "If the people of California want to vote to decide whether they are independent, do they have the right to vote?"
As soon as this question came up, the American guests who were still talking eloquently were instantly stuck. They could not say a complete sentence for a long time, and the atmosphere at the scene suddenly became very subtle. After this video was posted online, it quickly attracted the attention of a large number of netizens. Both domestic and foreign netizens praised Gao Zhikai for his sharp questions.
Some netizens commented that this question was too precise and hit the double standards of some countries on related issues.
Anyone familiar with international affairs knows that California, as a state of the United States, has indeed had discussions about independence before, but has not been a clear outcome.
When the United States deals with similar problems in other countries, it often uses the so-called "*" and "freedom" standards to point fingers, but when similar situations occur within its own country, its attitude is completely different.
The question raised by Mr. Gokchee just broke this double standard and made it clearer to see the hypocrisy shown by some countries in international affairs.
It can also be seen from this fact that China, on the international stage, is increasingly daring to make its own voice, and this voice is reasonable and sound.
There are many diplomats like Gao Zhikai who are active in the international media. With their professional knowledge and keen insight, they speak for China in various international occasions, allowing the world to better understand China's position and attitude, and allowing more people to see China's responsibility and demeanor as a major country.
This kind of demeanor is not built up by tough words, but based on facts and reasons, and displayed in a peaceful but powerful way, which is more convincing than any flowery rhetoric.
Now this debate video continues to ferment. More and more people are paying attention to this topic and have a better understanding of Gao Zhikai.
While everyone praises him, they are actually recognizing China's increasingly important position in international affairs.
After all, only if you are strong enough to have more voice on the international stage, you can make your voice heard and recognized by more people.
However, what do you think about the question asked by Gao in the BBC debate and the diplomatic wisdom he has demonstrated?How would you, if you were, deal with a similar topic in such an occasion?