"Diplomacy: The art of relating states to each other by agreements rather than by the exercise of force, by the representation of a ground of actions which reconciles particular aspirations with a general consensus"
"Diplomacy: The art of relating states to each other by agreements rather than by the exercise of force, by the representation of a ground of actions which reconciles particular aspirations with a general consensus"
Thesis: Nixon's revolutionary trip made the US and China compromise on political and ideological differences to create a world of peace. However, diplomacy would not be easy; in order to please the American public and Chinese officials, Nixon would have to maintain relations with the Chinese without sacrificing any American policies. Only in finding ‘common interests’ could Nixon win over China.