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flag President Xi uses "blind men and the elephant" parable to urge global leaders to see China’s full complexity.

flag President Xi Jinping, in a ceremony at the Great Hall of the People, used the "blind men and the elephant" parable to urge a comprehensive view of China, warning that limited perspectives lead to inaccurate perceptions. flag He emphasized the country’s vast size, regional diversity, and complex development, stressing the need for sustained, multidimensional engagement. flag Foreign diplomats, business leaders, and experts echo this, noting firsthand experience across regions—from Beijing and Shanghai to Guangdong and rural Zhejiang—reveals a nation of innovation, cultural depth, and global engagement. flag They say deeper understanding reduces bias and supports better cooperation as China’s global role expands.

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