After years of estrangement Womens Nike Air Presto Grey Purple Sale , the bad blood between Beijing and Manila has finally begun to give place to good faith, as Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte embarks on an ice-breaking trip to China on Tuesday.
The visit surprises many around the world. It comes at a time when China-Philippines ties have nosedived to a historical low because of the farcical South China Sea arbitration case brought by Duterte's predecessor Benigno Aquino III against China.
In a reflection of his keenness to repair the seriously damaged relations, the new Philippine president chose China to be the first country he visits outside the Association of Southeast Asian Nations since taking office in June.
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Given the positive signs, Duterte's widely-watched visit to China functions as a litmus test of his sincerity and political wisdom. Among others, he needs to resist the temptation to thrust the so-called final award in the arbitration case to bilateral talks on the South China Sea issue. The verdict issued by a law-abusing tribunal has no place in the negotiations at all.
Should he demonstrate his good faith, the trip will present a long overdue opportunity for the two nations Womens Nike Air Presto Black Sale , which enjoy longstanding friendship, to heal the wounds of the past few years and steer their relationship back to the right course.
A Beijing-Manila detente will be richly rewarding not only on the political and diplomatic fronts. With mutual trust restoring gradually, bilateral exchanges and cooperation in business and other areas will heat up in tandem.
That accords with Duterte's aspirations at home. Having waged a war on drugs and vowed to make peace with the rebels, he pledges to spur economic development for the benefit of all the Philippine people.
For Duterte's domestic visions to materialize, Manila needs international supporters Sale Men's Nike Air Presto QS Fleece Pack Black Silver , not least those who sympathize with his fierce campaign against drugs and stand ready to increase investment in his country.
Beijing will be a ready partner should bilateral ties thaw. China has expressed understanding of Duterte's priority on the antinarcotics battle, and the world's second-largest economy is also interested in tapping into the two countries' respective strengths and cranking up win-win cooperation.
The benefits of the anticipated rapprochement go beyond the two countries. It is a win for all peace-loving and development-pursuing nations in the region, as it will spare the region of contagious tensions and help foster a conducive neighborhood environment.
Without doubt, it is pure fantasy to expect the visit to solve all problems between China and the Philippines. Yet the very fact that the trip happens is indicative of the spunk and statecraft of both sides, and suffices to bring forth optimism and hope.
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MADRID Nike Air Presto SE Woven Black Sale , July 25 (Xinhua) -- FC Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta said on Friday that he was optimistic his club would improve on last season's disappointing campaign.
Barca have acted quickly this summer to solve the problems which saw them miss out on league, cup and Champions League last campaign, with the arrival of goalkeepers Ter Stegen and Claudio Bravo, midfielder, Ivan Rakitic Nike Air Presto BR Black Sale , defender Jeremy Mathieu and striker Luis Suarez, while Gerard Deulofeu and Rafinha have returned from loan spells.
Meanwhile Luis Enrique has returned to the club to replace Tata Martino as first team coach and promises to play open attacking football.
"Just as every season we are starting from scratch, there have been a lot of changes, but the hopes and desire to have a good season are maximum," said Iniesta Mens Nike Air Presto Essential Black Sale , who has just returned to training after the World Cup.
"The challenge we face is the same as every season. Winning titles and to feel good to face all of the season. We aim to enjoy ourselves again as a team and for the fans to enjoy themselves as well," he added.
However, Iniesta realizes that Barca are not alone in adding to their squad as Real Madrid have already added Tony Kroos and James Rodriguez, while league champions Atletico Madrid have brought in Mario Mandzukic, Jan Oblak and left back Siquiera to replace the departed Thibaut Coutois Nike Air Force 1 Sale , Diego Costa and Felipe Luis.
"All of the teams make signings and it's obvious that if you don't do that, then it is hard to win. Real Madrid have signed well, Atletico are champions and we are thinking of having a great season from the start."
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"He is one of the best strikers in the World and he is going to bring us ambition in the moment of scoring goals," he said, before commenting that he would rather not comment on the four month sanction Suarez is currently serving for biting Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini.
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