 These states have, in the aggregate, made considerable progress. The friendly exchanges between our two peoples have greatly increased, and their mutual understanding further deepened. Our exchanges and cooperation in the political, economic, cultural, scientific, technological, and other fields have markedly expanded, but it should be considered that the growth of the Sino-US relations is far below the level it should have attained. There have been ups and downs in the course of development, and there still exist difficulties and obstacles. China has always been loyal to the Sino-US relations, and I hope that the Sino-US relations will continue to develop. The U.S. government leader has always been loyal to the Sino-US relations, and I hope that this relationship can be stable and stable. I believe that such possibilities exist. We need to respect each other, and consider our own national interests. We need to respect each other's national interests. China and the U.S. have always been loyal to the Sino-US relations, and we need to respect each other's national interests. China has always attached importance to its relations with the United States, and hopes to see their growth. U.S. government leaders have also indicated on more than one occasion that they value Sino-US relations and wish to see their development on a durable and stable basis. I believe there is such a possibility. In order to turn the possibility into reality, it is necessary for both sides to show mutual respect and for each other to take into account the national interests of the other side, as well as its own country, in handling the problems before them. So long as both China and the United States strictly abide by the principles as confirmed by both sides in the joint communiques, perform the obligations each undertook, it is possible for Sino-US relations to leave behind jolts and uncertainties and embark on a smooth path. Five years ago, Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping said at this podium that great possibilities lie ahead for developing amicable cooperation between China and the United States. This remains our faith. Sino-US relations are now at an important juncture. As Americans would say, they are faced with big challenges and great opportunities as well. We should bravely accept the challenges and make full use of the opportunities. The world situation is at present more turbulent. The people of all countries are deeply worried about the future of the world. The United States and China, both being big countries, should be aware of their heavy responsibility for the maintenance of world peace. In the next few days, I shall hold talks with President Reagan and other leaders of our government and exchange views with them on ways to develop Sino-US relations and our international issues of common interest. We never construed the significance of Sino-US relations as being limited to ordinary bilateral relations, but regard them as an important affair affecting the overall world situation. We stand for peace not only because China needs peace, friendship and economic development, but also because people of all countries want peace, friendship and development. The amicable coexistence of China and the United States is a major factor for maintaining world peace and stability. As long as the peoples of the world take their destiny into their own hands, it will be possible to maintain world peace and prevent a new world war. I feel that the eyes of millions of people are always looking for us, looking forward to the development of Sino-US relations and the future of world peace and stability. We should not let them down. I just mentioned that today is the second anniversary of Sino-US signing. I think this is a very important and important moment for the people of the world. I believe that history will teach us a better lesson. I wish the people of the United States and the Sino-US relations a stable and sustainable development. Thank you. Mr. President, at this solemn podium, I feel that hundreds of millions of people are watching us. They expect us to make contributions to the development of Sino-US relations and to the cause of maintaining world peace. We should not disappoint them. As I said just now, this year is the bicentenary of the beginning of contacts between China and the United States. This is an occasion for reviewing the past and looking ahead to the future. I believe that with the study of history, we will learn to live together better in enmity. I wish happiness to the American people and steady and sustained development of the Sino-US relations. Thank you.