Chinese President Xi Jinping has repeatedly stressed that sovereignty and national dignity are non-negotiable. In his view, respect in international relations must be mutual, and strength does not lie in provoking conflict but in standing firm when challenged.
As Xi Stated:
“We Chinese people do not provoke others, nor do we shy away from trouble. We do not give in to fear or yield in the face of difficulties and dangers. The Chinese nation will never cower before threats or be subdued by oppressors.”
