Xi thought on diplomacy leads the way

Editor's note: The Central Conference on Foreign Affairs Work, held on Friday and Saturday in Beijing, established Xi Jinping thought on diplomacy, an essential part of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, as the guiding thought of China's diplomacy. Three experts share their views on the issue with China Daily's Liu Jianna. Excerpts follow:

Diplomacy serves reform, opening-up

Based on the fine diplomatic traditions of the past and blending of the essence of international diplomatic theories, Xi Jinping thought on diplomacy will serve as the guiding thought of China's foreign affairs work.