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<strong>北京大学</strong>英语新闻网/<strong>Peking</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>News</strong><br />

―Let us solve our problems together‖<br />

Karzai thinks terrorism, extremism and regional integration are the common<br />

problems we face. For the former, Karzai‘s reply is ―Let us solve our problems<br />

together‖. And for the latter, he points out that China, Japan, India and Russia are<br />

four giant powers in the region. Besides those countries, Iran, Pakistan and Turkey<br />

also play an important role. He illustrates the integration <strong>of</strong> Europe, ―Half a century<br />

ago, countries in Europe were still fighting with each other. But now, a visa would<br />

allow you to travel around Europe conveniently. European countries, especially<br />

France and Germany made great efforts to promote the integration <strong>of</strong> the region.<br />

Besides, he thinks regional reciprocity is very important. He compares China to a<br />

teapot filled with water. When the ―teapot‖ is full, more water added will spill over to<br />

its neighbors.<br />

―Common roots <strong>of</strong> the nation bring people happiness‖<br />

Faced with the invasion <strong>of</strong> western culture and value, Karzai thinks that while<br />

learning the advanced science and technology, the root <strong>of</strong> the nation, the culture and<br />

tradition should be emphasized for it is ―rich and deep, beautiful, tender and moving‖.<br />

He believes the root will bring people peace and happiness. ―To be wealthy does not<br />

mean to be happy. Some people who live in remote villages, who have no clue about<br />

the GDP, are much happier than those in modern skyscrapers. ‖<br />

When talking about the expectation for the university students, Karzai sincerely says<br />

that ―As the leaders <strong>of</strong> China and even the world in the future, I hope you remember<br />

your responsibilities to the whole world, to human beings when you pursue your own<br />

dreams and interests.‖<br />

Edited By : Connie Chang<br />

Translated By : Han Yafei<br />

Source : <strong>PKU</strong> <strong>News</strong> (Chinese)<br />

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