For a better world
China DailyWANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY This year marks the 70th anniversary of the proposal of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence. In June 1954, during former Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai's visits to India and Burma, China issued joint statements with the two countries, respectively, announcing the five principles as the guiding norms for bilateral relations and for their respective countries' relations with other states in Asia and around the world. Having emerged in a complex historical context, the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence hold even greater value in today's world. The Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence have made remarkable contributions to the developing countries' pursuit of independence and liberation after World War II, the maintenance of autonomy during the Cold War, the containment of hegemonic thoughts and power politics, and the promotion of fairness and justice in the international community. The five principles not only focus on preventing harm and maintaining the bottom line of international relations, but also emphasize on the building of harmonious relations among countries through "cooperation for mutual benefit".