Cooperation in the cold symbolizes shared future
China DailySince China's inaugural Antarctic expedition in 1984, the nation has advanced from having nascent polar capabilities to making a significant global presence in the region. Zhang Xiaohong, director of the Antarctic center of surveying and mapping, emphasized that Antarctica's size of 14 million square kilometers, equivalent to one-and-a-half times China's land area, cannot be fully explored and handled by a few hundred Chinese researchers there or the expedition team of any country. Speaking of the international landscape and global challenges in recent years, Ai emphasized the collaborative ethos prevalent in polar regions, where individuals unite to confront nature's obstacles collectively, fostering mutual gains and advancement. Such cooperation benefits not only us, but all of humanity," Ai said, echoing Deng Xiaoping's 1984 inscription emphasizing contributions to the peaceful use of Antarctica for all humanity. "While Antarctica may seem insignificant on the world stage, its spirit could act as a trailblazer, creating a blueprint for global cooperation and eventually sparking worldwide collaboration," he added.
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