The Convergence of "The Belt and Road Initiative" and the Overarching Concept of National Strategic Security

"The Belt and Road Initiative" is China's first national policy since reform and opening up, and its introduction is significant in history. Both "One Belt" and "One Road" are centered on the notion of economic development, although they have different focuses and goals. In terms of economic development, "One Belt" focuses on interconnection to promote China's and neighboring countries' economic development; "One Road" focuses on cooperation between China and Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and other countries and regions to promote economic cooperation between China and these countries and regions. "The Belt and Road Initiative" encourages China's economic cooperation with these countries and regions. From the standpoint of international relations, "The Belt and Road Initiative" is critical for China to maintain its dominant position, counterbalance US hegemony, and challenge the Western system in the post-Cold War era; "One Road" is an important way for China to maintain its dominant position and promote peaceful development in the post-Cold War era. "The Belt and Road Initiative" is critical for China's post-Cold War supremacy and promotion of peaceful growth.