China’s Relations with Developing States Amidst Afro Asian Renaissance: the Transition of History and Significance to the World

　　Associate Research Fellow, Institute of Strategic Studies, Central Party School

　　Abstract: World history since the 20th century has been a history of national renaissance for the Afro-Asian world. Since the beginning of this historical progression, China’s relations with developing states has been one of enormous historical significance. South-South cooperation has won China its national dignity and international respect. Through working with the Third World, China has manifested its international stature and influence; in return, China’s development and diplomatic influence has strengthened the Third World in their international struggles, such that the Western world cannot but reconsider their relations with the Afro-Asian world. Most recent improvements in the relations between China and the developing world have obviously driven the overall renaissance movements in the developing states in Africa and Asia. The structure of international relations is transforming, and these relations between China and the developing states have brought new significance to the world. In particular, the experiences of the “China model” offer an alternative to addressing issues of social governance and development in the developing world. Eventually, the actualization of true economic strength and cultural renaissance in the Asian and African continent is a step towards a more just and equal international order.