The bilateral cooperation in various fields has been fruitful ever since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1960,

The relations between our two countries are progressing well. We need to join hands and work hard to make Sino-US military ties consistent with state-to-state relations,

China is ready to work with Russian and other countries to safeguard world peace and stability, to build a harmonious world of common prosperity, and become a major constructive force for a new international order,

I would not say this is a sign of great openness. It's more like establishing diplomatic relations between two countries, rather than opening borders.

The two armies have maintained constant exchanges at high levels, among institutes and for navy vessel visits

Through the exercises, the two armed forces... improved their capabilities to meet new challenges and threats and to fight international terrorism, extremism and separatism,