在奥巴马总统举行的欢迎国宴上的致辞

第一篇：在奥巴马总统举行的欢迎国宴上的致辞

在奥巴马总统举行的欢迎国宴上的致辞

中华人民共和国主席 胡锦涛

美国华盛顿 白宫 国宴厅

2011年1月19日

Remarks in an Exchange of Toasts at State Dinner

by H.E.Hu Jintao, President of the People's Republic of China

State Dining Room, White House, Washington

January 19, 201

1尊敬的奥巴马总统和夫人，各位来宾，女士们、先生们，朋友们，President Obama and Mrs.Obama,Distinguished guests,Ladies and gentlemen,Dear friends,晚上好！应奥巴马总统的邀请，我很高兴再次来到美国进行国事访问。一踏上这片美丽的土地，我们就受到美国政府和人民的盛情款待。今天晚上，奥巴马总统又为我们举行欢迎宴会，并发表了热情洋溢的讲话。我谨代表我的同事们，并以我个人的名义，向奥巴马总统和夫人，向在座的美国朋友们，表示衷心的感谢，并通过你们向热情友好的美国人民转达中国人民的良好祝愿，向所有关心和支持中美关系发展的美国各界人士致以诚挚的问候。

Good evening.I am delighted to once again come to the United States and pay a state visit at the invitation of President Obama.Since setting foot on this beautiful land, we have received the gracious hospitality of the U.S.government and people.This evening President Obama is hosting this welcoming dinner for us, and has just made warm remarks.On behalf of my colleagues and in my own name, I want to express heartfelt thanks to President and Mrs.Obama and other American friends present today.I also wish to convey through you the best wishes of the Chinese people to the friendly American people and extend cordial greetings to people from various sectors of the United States who have given care and support to the growth of U.S.-China relations.我这次应奥巴马总统的邀请访问美国，目的是增进互信，加强友谊，深化合作，推动二十一世纪积极、合作、全面的中美关系继续向前发展。近年来，特别是奥巴马总统就职两年来，在双方的共同努力下，中美关系得到长足发展，两国广泛领域交流合作不断扩大，双方在重大的国际和地区问题上保持密切沟通和协调，为促进亚太地区乃至世界的和平、稳定、繁荣发挥了积极作用。

The purpose of my visit is to increase mutual trust, enhance friendship, deepen cooperation and advance the positive, cooperative and comprehensive

China-U.S.relationship for the 21st century.In recent years, particularly over the past two years since President Obama took office, China-U.S.relations have made strong headway, thanks to the joint efforts of both sides.We have

increased exchanges in cooperation in a wide range of areas, maintained close communication and coordination on major international and regional issues, and played a positive role in promoting peace, stability and prosperity in the Asia Pacific region and the whole world.在当前形势下，中美两国拥有的共同利益比以往任何时候都要广泛，担负的共同责任比以往任何时候都要重大，美丽的共同挑战比以往任何时候都要严峻，因而保持中美关系长期健康稳定发展也就比以往任何时候都要重要，这是中美两国面临的客观现实，应该成为我们的共识。

Under the current circumstances, our two countries are sharing broader

common interests, showing bigger common responsibilities, and facing more severe common challenges than at any time in history.As a result, it is more important than ever for us to maintain the long-term, sound and steady growth of our relations.This is the reality we face, and it should be recognized by both sides.今天上午，我同奥巴马总统举行会谈，就中美关系及共同关心的国际和地区问题深入交换意见，达成重要共识，我们一致同意两国应该密切高层和各个级别的交往，加强对话和沟通，增进战略互信，深化各个领域的交流合作，密切在国际和地区问题上的沟通和协调，尊重对方主权领土完整和发展利益，妥善处理摩擦和分歧，致力于共同努力建设相互尊重、互利共赢的中美合作伙伴关系。

This morning President Obama and I had an in-depth exchange of views on China-U.S.relations and international and regional issues of common interest.And we reached important agreement.We agreed that our two countries should

increase contacts at the top and other levels, strengthen strategic mutual trust through dialogue and communication, intensify exchanges and cooperation in all fields, and step up communication and coordination on international and regional issues.We agreed that the two countries should respect each other’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and the development interests, properly handle differences and frictions, and work together to build a China-U.S.cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and mutual benefit.回顾往昔，中美建交三十二年来走过的不平凡历程表明，两国的共同利益远远大于分歧，互利合作始终是两国关系主流，这坚定了我们推动中美关系发展的信心。展望未来，中美两国都面临着保持经济平稳发展和实现经济转型的艰巨任务，都需要应对经济全球化带来的各种挑战，这增强了我们加强合作的需要和意愿。

China-U.S.relations have traveled a extraordinary journey in the past 32 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties.A review of the history of our

relations shows that we have far more common interests than differences, and cooperation for mutual benefit as always being the mainstream of our relations.This has reinforced our confidence in further pushing forward our relationship.Today both China and the United States are confronted with the arduous task of sustaining steady economic growth and achieving economic transformation.And we both need to tackle the various challenges brought by economic

globalization.This has added to our need and desire to enhance cooperation.我们要以更加坚定的信念，更加宽广的视野，更加积极的行动，脚踏实地，锐意进取，充分挖掘两国合作潜力，不断开创中美关系发展新局面。我相信，在双方的共同努力下，中美合作伙伴关系一定能够取得丰硕的成果，更好的造福两国人民，为世界和平与发展的崇高事业做出新的、更大的贡献。

We should pursue our relations with a stronger conviction, a broader vision and more proactive approach.We need to take solid steps and make pioneering efforts to fully tap the potential of cooperation and strive for new progress in China-U.S.relations.I am confident that with joint efforts, a China-U.S.cooperative partnership will yield bountiful fruits for the greater benefit of our people, and make new and bigger contribution to the noble cause of world peace and development.现在我提议，为奥巴马总统和夫人的健康，为在座的各位朋友的健康，为中美两国人民的友谊不断加强，为中美关系不断发展，干杯！

Now I'd like to propose a toast--

to the health of President and Mrs.Obama;

to the health of all friends present here;

to the stronger friendship between the people of China and the United States;and to the steady growth of China-U.S.relations.Cheers.Remarks in an Exchange of Toasts at State Dinner

by Barack Obama, President of the United States of America

State Dining Room, White House, Washington

January 19, 201

1在欢迎胡锦涛主席国宴上的致辞

美利坚合众国总统 巴拉克·奥巴马

美国华盛顿 白宫 国宴厅

2011年1月19日

Good evening, everybody.Please have a seat.On behalf of Michelle and myself, welcome to the White House.And thank you for joining us as we host President Hu and the Chinese delegation, and as we pay tribute to the bonds between two great nations and two proud peoples.大家晚上好。请坐。米歇尔和我欢迎大家光临白宫。感谢各位与我们一道欢迎胡锦涛主席和中国代表团，对中美两国和人民的紧密关系致意。

There are too many distinguished guests to mention all of you tonight.But I do want to acknowledge a few who have championed relations between our nations: First of all, President Jimmy Carter and his wonderful wife Rosalynn Carter are here.As well as President Bill Clinton and my outstanding Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton.今晚在座的有非常多的贵宾，我想特别介绍一下对我们两国关系起到关键作用的人：吉米·卡特总统和他的夫人罗萨琳·卡特，还有比尔·克林顿总统及我们出色的国务卿希拉里·克林顿。President Hu, we have met today in a spirit of mutual respect: the United States--the oldest democracy in the world, and China--one of the oldest civilizations in the world.And while it’s easy to focus on our differences of culture and

perspective, let us never forget the values that our people share: A reverence for family;the belief that, with education and hard work and with sacrifice, the future is what we make it;and most of all, the desire to give our children a better life.胡主席，今天的聚会体现了我们相互尊重的精神，美国是世界上最悠久的民主制度国家，中国是世界上最古老的文明之一。我们很容易将注意力放在文化与观点的差别之上，但我们也不应该忘记两国人民共有的价值观——对家庭的重视，对通过教育、勤奋和牺牲创造未来的信念，更重要的，对子女提供更好生活的愿望。

Let’s also never forget that throughout our history our people have worked together for mutual progress.We’ve traded together for more than 200 years.We stood together in the Second World War.Chinese immigrants and Chinese Americans have helped to build America, including many who join us here tonight.我们也不应该忘记历史上我们两国人民为了共同的进步而共同努力。我们有二百多年的贸易历史，在二战中我们并肩作战，中国的移民和华裔美国人对美国的建设做出了贡献，其中包括许多今晚在座的嘉宾。

The Chinese and American people work together and create new opportunities together every single day.Mr.President, today we’ve shown that our governments can work together as well, for our mutual benefit.And that includes this bit of news-— under a new agreement, our National Zoo will continue to dazzle children and visitors with the beloved giant pandas.中美两国人民每天都在共同努力创造新的机会。主席先生，今天我们也表明了两国政府可以同样为了共同的利益一起努力，其中也包括这条消息——根据一项新的协议，我们的国家动物园将可以继续保留吸引孩子和游客们的中国大熊猫。

I'm told that there is a Chinese proverb that says: If you want one year of

prosperity, then grow grain.If you want 10 years of prosperity, then grow trees.But if you want 100 years of prosperity, then you grow people.我知道一句中国的谚语：一年树谷，十年树木，百年树人。

And so I propose a toast--to our people, the citizens of the People’s Republic of China and the United States of America.May they grow together in friendship.May they prosper together in peace.And may they realize their dream of the future for themselves, for their children, and for their grandchildren.所以我提议让我们一起举杯——为我们的人民，中华人民共和国和美利坚合众国的公民。愿两国人民加深友谊，和平繁荣，实现自己及子孙的未来的梦想！

Ganbei.干杯！

第二篇：奥巴马国宴演讲稿

Remarks by President Obama and President Hu of the People's Republic of China in an Exchange of Toasts at State Dinner State Dining Room 7:51 P.M.EST PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good evening, everybody.Please have a seat.On behalf of Michelle and myself, welcome to the White House.And thank you for joining us as we host President Hu and the Chinese delegation, and as we pay tribute to the bonds between two great nations and two proud peoples.There are too many distinguished guests to mention all of you tonight.But I do want to acknowledge a few who have championed relations between our nations: First of all, President Jimmy Carter and his wonderful wife Rosalynn Carter are here.(Applause.)As well as President Bill Clinton and my outstanding Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton.(Applause.)

President Hu, we have met today in a spirit of mutual respect: the United States--the oldest democracy in the world, and China--one of the oldest civilizations in the world.And while it’s easy to focus on our differences of culture and perspective, let us never forget the values that our people share: A reverence for family;the belief that, with education and hard work and with sacrifice, the future is what we make it;and most of all, the desire to give our children a better life.Let’s also never forget that throughout our history our people have worked together for mutual progress.We’ve traded together for more than 200 years.We stood together in the Second World War.Chinese immigrants and Chinese Americans have helped to build America, including many who join us here tonight.The Chinese and American people work together and create new opportunities together every single day.Mr.President, today we’ve shown that our governments can work together as well, for our mutual benefit.And that includes this bit of news-— under a new agreement, our National Zoo will continue to dazzle children and visitors with the beloved giant pandas.(Applause.)

I'm told that there is a Chinese proverb that says: If you want one year of prosperity, then grow grain.If you want 10 years of prosperity, then grow trees.But if you want 100 years of prosperity, then you grow people.And so I propose a toast--to our people, the citizens of the People’s Republic of China and the United States of America.May they grow together in friendship.May they prosper together in peace.And may they realize their dream of the future for themselves, for their children, and for their grandchildren.Ganbei.(Applause.)

PRESIDENT HU:(As translated.)President Obama and Mrs.Obama, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, dear friends, good evening.I am delighted to once again come to the United States and pay a state visit at the invitation of President Obama.Since setting foot on this beautiful land, we have received the gracious hospitality of the U.S.government and people.This evening President Obama is hosting this welcoming dinner for us, and has just made warm remarks.On behalf of my colleagues and in my own name, I want to express heartfelt thanks to President and Mrs.Obama and other American friends present today.I also wish to convey through you the best wishes of the Chinese people to the friendly American people and extend cordial greetings to people from various sectors of the United States who have given care and support to the growth of U.S.-China relations.The purpose of my visit is to increase mutual trust, enhance friendship, deepen cooperation and advance the positive, cooperative and comprehensive China-U.S.relationship for the 21st century.In recent years, particularly over the past two years since President Obama took office, China-U.S.relations have made strong headway, thanks to the joint efforts of both sides.We have increased exchanges in cooperation in a wide range of areas, maintained close communication and coordination on major international and regional issues, and played a positive role in promoting peace, stability and prosperity in the Asia Pacific region and the whole world.Under the current circumstances, our two countries share broader common interests, show their bigger common responsibilities, and face more severe common challenges than at any time in history.As a result, it is more important than ever for us to maintain the long-term, sound and steady growth of our bilateral relations.This is the reality we face, and it should be recognized by both sides.This morning President Obama and I had an in-depth exchange of views on China-U.S.relations and international and regional issues of common interest.And we reached important agreement.We agreed that our two countries should increase contacts at the top and other levels, strengthen strategic mutual trust through dialogue and communication, intensify exchanges and cooperation in all fields, and step up communication and coordination on international and regional issues.We agreed that the two countries should respect each other’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and the development interests, properly handle differences and frictions, and work together to build a China-U.S.cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and mutual benefit.China-U.S.relations have traveled a extraordinary journey in the past 32 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties.A review of the history of our relations shows that we have far more common interests than differences, and cooperation for mutual benefit as always being the mainstream of our relations.This has reinforced our confidence in further pushing forward our relationship.Today both China and the United States are confronted with the arduous task of sustaining steady economic growth and achieving economic transformation.And we both need to tackle the various challenges brought by economic globalization.This has added to our need and desire to enhance cooperation.We should pursue our relations with a stronger conviction, a broader vision and more proactive approach.We need to take solid steps and make pioneering efforts to fully tap the potential of cooperation and strive for new progress in China-U.S.relations.I am confident that with joint efforts, a China-U.S.cooperative partnership will yield bountiful fruits for the greater benefit of our people, and make new and bigger contribution to the noble cause of world peace and development.Now I'd like to propose a toast--to the health of President and Mrs.Obama;to the health of all friends present here;to the stronger friendship between the people of China and the United States;and to the steady growth of China-U.S.relations.Cheers.(Applause.)

第三篇：奥巴马在欢迎胡主席访美仪式上致辞

奥巴马在欢迎胡主席访美仪式上致辞

1月19日，美国总统奥巴马在华盛顿白宫举行隆重仪式，欢迎中国国家主席胡锦涛对美国进行国事访问。以下是奥巴马总统在欢迎仪式上的致辞： Remarks by President Obama at Official Arrival Ceremony South Lawn 9:20 A.M.EST

PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good morning, everyone.President Hu, members of the Chinese delegation, on behalf of Michelle and myself, welcome to the White House.And on behalf of the American people, welcome to the United States.Three decades ago, on a January day like this, another American President stood here and welcomed another Chinese leader for the historic normalization normalize ['nɔ:mə,laɪz]vt.& vi.(尤指国家间的关系)(使)正常化,恢复友好状态of relations between the United States and the People's Republic of China.On that day, Deng Xiaoping spoke of the great possibilities of cooperation between our two nations.Looking back on that winter day in 1979, it is now clear.The previous ['pri:viəs] 30 years had been a time of estrangement ɪsˈtreɪndʒmənt] n.疏远;失和,不和, for our two countries.The 30 years since have been a time of growing exchanges and understanding.And with this visit we can lay the foundation for the next 30 years.At a time when some doubt the benefits of cooperation between the United States and China, this visit is also a chance to demonstrate a simple truth.We have an enormous stake stake [steik]n.桩, 柱；刑柱；股份, 利害关系vt.用桩支撑；以…下注[打赌]；用桩区分, 界分 in each other's success.In an interconnected world, in a global economy, nations--including our own--will be more prosperous and more secure [si'kjuə]adj.牢固的;可靠的；有把握的;确切的vt.握紧;关牢；使安全；(使)获得;把…弄到手when we work together.The United States welcomes China's rise as a strong, prosperous and successful member of the community of nations.Indeed, China's success has brought with it economic benefits for our people as well as yours, and our cooperation on a range of issues has helped advance stability in the Asia Pacific and in the world.We also know this: History shows that societies are more harmonious [hɑ:'məʊni:əs]adj.和谐的,和睦的;协调的,调和的；音调优美的;悦耳的, nations are more successful, and the world is more just, when the rights and responsibilities of all nations and all people are upheld.Mr.President, we can learn from our people.Chinese and American students and educators, business people, tourists, researchers and scientists, including Chinese Americans who are here today —-they work together and make progress together every single day.They know that even as our nations compete in some areas, we can cooperate in so many others, in a spirit of mutual respect, for our mutual benefit.What Deng Xiaoping said long ago remains true today.There are still great possibilities for cooperation between our countries.President Hu, members of the Chinese delegation, let us seize these possibilities together.Welcome to the United States of America.Hwan-ying.

第四篇：奥巴马在欢迎胡锦涛主席仪式上的致辞

Good morning, everyone.President Hu, members of the Chinese delegation, on behalf of Michelle and myself, welcome to the White House.And on behalf of the American people, welcome to the United States.大家早上好！胡主席、中国代表团成员们，我谨代表米歇尔和我自己欢迎你们来到白宫，并代表美国人民欢迎你们来到美国。delegation [ˌdeliˌgeiʃən]n.代表团

Three decades ago, on a January day like this, another American President stood here and welcomed another Chinese leader for the historic normalization of relations between the United States and the People’s Republic of China.On that day, Deng Xiaoping spoke of the great possibilities of cooperation between our two nations.30年前，在像今天这样的一个1月的日子里，另一位美国总统站在这里欢迎另一位中国领导人，标志着美国和中华人民共和国关系正常化的历史时刻。在那一天，邓小平谈到了我们两国间巨大的合作机会。decade [ˌdekeid]n.十年，十年期normalization [ˌnɔ:məlai'zeiʃən] n.常态化, 正常化, 正规化

Looking back on that winter day in 1979, it is now clear.The previous 30 years had been a time of estrangement for our two countries.The 30 years since have been a time of growing exchanges and understanding.And with this visit we can lay the foundation for the next 30 years.回首1979年那个冬日，现在一切都非常清晰。在那之前的30年是我们两国关系的僵持时期。在那之后的30年是交流与理解不断发展的时期。胡主席的此次访问能够让我们为未来30年奠定基础。

previous ['pri:vjəs] adj.以前的, 先于, 在...之前estrange [iˈstreindʒ]vt.使疏远 foundation [faunˈdeiʃən]n.[ pl.]地基；基础；基金会；建立，创办

At a time when some doubt the benefits of cooperation between the United States and China, this visit is also a chance to demonstrate a simple truth.We have an enormous stake in each other’s success.In an interconnected world, in a global economy, nations--including our own--will be more prosperous and more secure when we work together.正当有人怀疑美中两国间的合作是否有利的时候展开的此次访问，也提供了展示一个简单事实的机会。我们与对方的成功利益攸关。在一个相互依存的世界、在全球经济中，如果我们齐心协力，各国——包括我国——将会更加繁荣、更加安全。

demonstrate [ˈdemənstreit]vt.论证；说明；显示 vi.示威游行(或集会)enormous [iˌnɔ:məs]a.巨大的，极大的，庞大的stake [steik]n.桩；利害关系，股份；赌注 vt.打赌

economy [i'kɔnəmi] n.经济, 节约 adj.经济的, 廉价的prosperous [ˈprɔspərəs]a.繁荣的，兴旺的 secure [si'kjuə] adj.安全的, 牢靠的, 稳妥的 vt.使安全, 获得, 固定 vi.停泊,(海上工作人员)停止工作,(船)抛锚

The United States welcomes China’s rise as a strong, prosperous and successful member of the community of nations.Indeed, China’s success has brought with it economic benefits for our people as well as yours, and our cooperation on a range of issues has helped advance stability in the Asia Pacific and in the world.美国欢迎中国崛起成为国际大家庭中的一个强大、繁荣、成功的成员。事实上，中国的成功已经既给你们的人民，也给我国人民带来了经济好处；我们在一系列问题上的合作帮助增进了亚太地区和世界的稳定。community [kəˈmju:niti]n.社区，社会；团体，界；(动植物的)群落 economic [ˈi:kə'nɔmik] adj.经济学的, 经济的, 有利可图的 n.[-s]经济学

stability [stəˈbiliti]n.稳定，稳固

We also know this: History shows that societies are more harmonious, nations are more successful, and the world is more just, when the rights and responsibilities of all nations and all people are upheld, including the universal rights of every human being.我们也很清楚：历史表明，当各国的权利和责任、各国人民的权利——包括每个人的普世权利——得到维护时，社会就更和谐、国家就更繁荣、世界就更公正。

harmonious [hɑ:'məuniəs] adj.和谐的, 和睦的, 音调优美的

upheld [ʌp'held]

adj.被支持的 动词uphold的过去式和过去分词形式

universal [ˈju:ni'və:səl] adj.普遍的, 全世界的, 宇宙的, 全体的, 通用的 n.通用

Mr.President, we can learn from our people.Chinese and American students and educators, business people, tourists, researchers and scientists, including Chinese Americans who are here today —-they work together and make progress together every single day.They know that even as our nations compete in some areas, we can cooperate in so many others, in a spirit of mutual respect, for our mutual benefit.主席先生，我们可以向我们的人民学习。中国和美国的学生和教育工作者、商界人士、旅游者、研究人员和科学家，包括今天在场的华裔美国人——他们一道努力，每天都在共同取得进步。他们知道，虽然我们两国在某些领域相互竞争，但我们能够在其他那么多领域本着相互尊重的精神，为着我们的共同利益而合作。

What Deng Xiaoping said long ago remains true today.There are still great possibilities for cooperation between our countries.President Hu, members of the Chinese delegation, let us seize these possibilities together.Welcome to the United States of America.Hwan-ying.邓小平多年前所说的话今天依然正确。我们两国之间仍然有着巨大的合作机会。胡主席、中国代表团成员们，让我们共同抓住这些机会。欢迎你们来到美利坚合众国，欢迎！

seize [si:z]vt.抓住，捉住；夺取，占据

1、There is no certainty, only opportunity.没有一定会怎样，只有可能会怎样。

2、A good plan today is better than a perfect plan tomorrow.今天的好计划胜过明天的完美计划.3、Failure is never quite so frightening as regret.比失败更令人恐惧的是懊悔。

4、It's what you do right now that makes a difference.你现在所做的是改变现状的关键。

5、No point in punching things you can't see.打击那些你看不到的东西没有意义。

6、Constantly talking isn't necessarily communicating.说个不停不一定是交流。

7、It's not who you are underneath, it's what you do that defines you.你真正是谁并不重要，重要的是你的所做所为。Men don't follow titles, they follow courage.人们追随勇敢者，而不是位高者。9 If work has no intention, it's not work at all.It's an empty motion.如果工作没有目标，那就不是工作，而是空洞的行为。It is not our abilities that show what we truly are, it is our choices.决定我们成为什么样人的，不是我们的能力，而是我们的选择。certainty [ˌsə:tənti]n.必然的事，确定的事实；确信，确实 failure [ˌfeiljə]n.失败；失败的人(或事)；故障；没做到

punch [pʌntʃ]vt.猛击；穿孔 n.猛击；冲床；效力

underneath [ˌʌndəˌni:θ]prep.在…下面 ad.在下面 n.下部，底部 define [diˌfain]vt.给…下定义，解释；限定，规定

title [ˌtaitl]n.题目；称号，头衔；权益，权利

intention [inˌtenʃən]n.意图，意向，目的 motion [ˌməuʃən]n.(物体)运动；动作；提议 v.打手势，示意

第五篇：奥巴马在欢迎胡主席访美仪式上致辞

奥巴马在欢迎胡主席访美仪式上致辞

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Remarks by President Obama at Official Arrival Ceremony South Lawn 9:20 A.M.EST

PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good morning, everyone.President Hu, members of the Chinese delegation, on behalf of Michelle and myself, welcome to the White House.And on behalf of the American people, welcome to the United States.Three decades ago, on a January day like this, another American President stood here and welcomed another Chinese leader for the historic normalization of relations 胡锦涛主席在奥巴马陪同下检阅仪仗队。between the United States and the People's Republic of China.On that day, Deng Xiaoping spoke of the great possibilities of cooperation between our two nations.Looking back on that winter day in 1979, it is now clear.The previous 30 years had been a time of estrangement for our two countries.The 30 years since have been a time of growing exchanges and understanding.And with this visit we can lay the foundation for the next 30 years.At a time when some doubt the benefits of cooperation between the United States and China, this visit is also a chance to demonstrate a simple truth.We have an enormous stake in each other's success.In an interconnected world, in a global economy, nations--including our own--will be more prosperous and more secure when we work together.The United States welcomes China's rise as a strong, prosperous and successful member of the community of nations.Indeed, China's success has brought with it economic benefits for our people as well as yours, and our cooperation on a range of issues has helped advance stability in the Asia Pacific and in the world.We also know this: History shows that societies are more harmonious, nations are more successful, and the world is more just, when the rights and responsibilities of all nations and all people are upheld.Mr.President, we can learn from our people.Chinese and American students and educators, business people, tourists, researchers and scientists, including Chinese Americans who are here today —-they work together and make progress together every single day.They know that even as our nations compete in some areas, we can cooperate in so many others, in a spirit of mutual respect, for our mutual benefit.What Deng Xiaoping said long ago remains true today.There are still great possibilities for cooperation between our countries.President Hu, members of the Chinese delegation, let us seize these possibilities together.Welcome to the United States of America.Hwan-ying.