1、2003 年 10 月，中国人第一次从外太空亲眼看到了自己的国家，那数千年的神话和畅想，变成了真实的注视。那些关于地球是个真实的家园的歌颂，关于自己在漫长历史里生存下来的骄傲，这时候比别的时候更加清晰而具体。In Octorber 2003, the first Chinese citizen saw his homeland from outer space, and the mythology and dreams of thousands of years, became a reality. Our songs of how the earth is our garden and ou
2、r pride in surviving our long history suddeny became more vivid and clear.我们是谁？我们在想什么？早在创造中国历史的这一刻之前，中国人也从未中断过从其他的角度来审视自己的国家。传统是一种背负，还是一种推动发展的动力？文化的传承是太受到关注，还是太漫不经心？你看到的是冲突还是融合，是回忆还是未来？Who are the Chinese? What makes us who we are? But even before this momentous chapter in our history, Chinese peopl
3、e have always regarded themselves from multi facets and angles. Is tradition a burden, or kind of driving force for development? Do we take our culture heritage too seriously, or not seriously enough? Do you see conflict or fusion, or visions of the future.Chapter 1 Opening the Door with Confidence第
4、一章 开放而有自信In 1979，China opened the biggest window in the world to the outside, and China suddenly dazzled people of panarama with the panorama of change. Some may argue that under such a huge material and mental stimulation, it would be hard to maintain equilibrium.30 年前，一扇世界上最大的窗户打开了这个国家，旋即迎接了令人眼花缭乱
5、的变化。或许有人认为，在这样巨大的物质和信息刺激下，想保持镇定都非常困难。(F)在我心目中，中国是一个包容性非常强的国家 In my mind, China is a country that has very strong inclusiveness.(F)她是一个很有文化的一个国家 She is a country with rich culture(M)具有历史的沧桑感，但又在日新月异的变化着She has a long history, but also changes everydayBut after 30 years, the world has seen how much Ch
6、inas profound history and culture ascent has given, leave us the flexibility and unity when facing fast transformation.但接下来 30 年间发生的事情，却让全世界都看到，一个有着悠久历史底蕴的文化在面临全新变革之时，能够展现出怎样的包容性和应变能力。(龙永图 WTO 谈判中国首席代表 )：加入世贸以后，整个国力的增强使得中国更加的自信,也更加开放了。(Long Yongtu Chinas WTO accession negotiations Chief Expert):Afte
7、r Chinas accession to the WTO, Chinese people are getting more and more confident because of increasing national strength.Oberservers must admit in its meeting with the world, China has preserved its own special character. 30 years opening has been a time of bravely facing the new and stepping forwa
8、rd on a path of our own choosing. Several respected international reports bring us No.1 in terms of public confidence in the future. Is this confidence underpined by GDP growth, or thousands of years of culture, or the efforts of many millions of people? We believe China will deliver an answer befor
9、e too long.人们不得不承认，中国在和全世界接轨的同时，保持着自己鲜明的特色：30 年开放，30 年面对新事物而勇敢无畏，自信的选择着适合自己国情和民情的发展道路。近年来多次海内外专业机构的调研都可以显示，民众信心指数一项，中国多次排在世界第一，自信的背后，是 GDP 的支持，是千年文明的底气，还是亿万份努力的投入？相信不用太久，中国就会交出答案。Chapter 2 Growth with Sustainability 增长而能持续早在两千多年前，中国的哲人孟子就提出了，不要过度捕捞鱼虾，这样才可以不断得到鱼虾。要按严格的时令进山伐木，这样才能有利于森林的生长。这类思想，如今被称为循环
10、经济。Over two thousand years ago, the great Chinese philosopher Mencius observed the refraining of overfishing will ensure fishing last forever. And also cutting woods according to seasons ensures healthier forest. Such century with all the wisdom now goes by the name sustainable development.在今天的中国，你可
11、以看见 GDP 的增长，收入的增长，甚至梦想的增长。也可以看见更多人享受着教育的增长。In China today, you can see GDP increasing, personal income increasing and with that the increase of peoples dreams. You can also see people sharing the increase of educational opportunities.(M) 中国近几年的教育的发展，可以用天翻地覆来形容Recently, the development of Chinese edu
12、cation is amazing.(F) 正在逐步的完成从应试教育到素质教育的转变 The exam-oriented education is changing to quality-oriented education step by step.(F) 我们的教学越来越丰富，我们的孩子得到的教育越来越多元化It will be more and more kinds of methods for teaching and our children will get diversified education.能源的增长以及责任心的增长，中国人已经懂得，任何增长也不值得拿牺牲自己美丽的家园
13、和后代的未来来交换。As energy need have increased, so has Chinas international environmental responsibility, Chinese people know that our beautiful country and our childrens futures are too high a price to pay for economic growth.Chapter 3 Development with Sharing 发展而能共享很难说出这是欧洲什么地方吧，这里是上海。在中国向世界开放 30 多年以来出现在
14、中国街头的外国人游客正在被大批真正在中国生活和工作的外籍人士所取代。A leading Eurupean city? Its actually Shanghai. In China today, foreign professionals are vying with tourists to be the largest oversea group.(M) 我因为商业贸易每年来中国两次，感受到中国人都非常好I came here twice a year for businesses, and feel Chinese people are very nice.(M) 我们现在生活在身边的外国
15、人越来越多了Ive been in China and studied in university. There are many opportunities in business.(M) 中国的每一个部分，你都能看到这样不同的文化，我认为这是亚洲最好的地方Every part of China, you have like different culture, I think it is the best place in Asia.(M) 感觉现在生活在身边的外国人越来越多了The number of foreign people around us is increasing.(F)
16、中国现在已经很国际化了 China has been very international.尤其在北京奥运会、上海世博会和广州亚运会的促进下，越来越多的外籍人士正在把中国作为自己事业的新的起点。The Beijing Olympics, the Shanghai Expo, the Guangzhou Asian Games. In fact more and more foreigners are starting theirs careers in China.(曾子墨 知名主持人) 在奥运会期间，我想全世界的中国人，无论生活在地球的哪个角落，你都会觉得特别的自豪。(Zeng Zimo W
17、ell-known television host) During Olympic Games, I think every Chinese who live all over the whole world no matter where ever you live which corner of the earth, you will be proud of being a Chinese.经济发展的成果还使中国得以更好的担当世界公民的使命。而在国内，阶层之间如何共享国家的发展，则被当做稳定社会的第一要务来思考和实践。在北京，农民工的孩子现在拥有了自己的班级甚至学校，发展利益的合理分享将不
18、懈的被追求下去。As such the results of sustained economic development have all in hands of growing status on the world stage. Sharing the fruits of development among the different sectors of society has been our first priority in our thoughts and actions. In Beijing, migrant workers children have their own
19、special educational arrangements. Sharing the benefits of growth in a reasonable way is a unwavering way we must pursue.(M) 我们国家现在正在提倡走城乡一体化的道路Our country is encouraging the urban-rural integration. (M) 各个阶层都能享受国家的福利All levels of the society can enjoy the benefits from government.(M) 社会保障制度也 越来越完善 S
20、ocial insurance system is also improving.Chapter 4 多元而能共荣 Multiculturalism with Shared ProsperityWhile leaving five thousands kilometers apart, the 55 ethnic minorities and the far north south east and west of China over thousands of years have mixed with culture and added to our cultural richness a
21、nd diversity.Our newfound prosperity has given minorities more choices to enhance traditional lifestyles and increase mobility and communication.Minorities enjoy relatively liberal regulations allowing them to pass their unique heritage on to their children. Such unique freedom further adds to our c
22、ulturys rich cultural diversity. And auditiosly(?) blends the imaginations of east and west, ancient and modern. Painting, sculpture, music, architecture, movies, Chinese arts are unified by a clear national identity. China is more encouraging of unique individuals and styles. Such diversity is the
23、corner stone of our brave and open-minded future.Chapter 5 Freedom with Responsibility 自由而又秩序China today is home to seven hundred and eighty millions mobile phone users and four hundred and twenty million internet users. And every day, many millions communicate and express themselves to modern techn
24、ology.Chinese netizens are becoming accustomed to influencing regional and global opinion.From all over the globe, Chinese netizens are showing their instant compassion and agileness to strengthen the society by helping those most in need.Our peoples optimism in generosity is born of a huge loyalty
25、and love for their country.Chapter 6 Expanding Democracy with Stable AuthorityUnderstanding a little of Chinese history shows that recent years have involved compression or even skipping over important stages of development. Heroes of China have always struggled during complex stages of development
26、to build democracy. Its not hard to imagine how hard this has been.Today, around 9 hundred million people in the Chinese countryside enjoy village voting rights. The world applauses such training for democracy, after all, before flourishing nationally, free elections must begin after(?) village leve
27、l. The National Peoples Congress remains Chinas supreme legislative body. Since the late 70s, far fairer and more transparent have been used to elect NPC delegates. Here the most important decisions in the country are made.This is Chinas period of greatest change. A proper legal framework is startin
28、g to replace the habit of personal relationships as the principal weapon and defence for peoples interest. Chapter 7 Economic Differences with Mutual RespectDuring an economic take-off, difference between rich and poor can sometimes be seen. Is this something China should worry about?Much Chinese ne
29、w wealth tells a ride-to-rich story (.?). And people remember that not so long ago they have only a dream in their pocket.People can transform from poverty to richness in a single day, but it will never change the respect and love between people. And everyone who has a dream deserves respect.Improve
30、d living conditions ensures everyone can contribute to public services and initiatives.Chapter 8 Prosperity with PrudenceChinese people are shifting from the consumer of materials to non-material goods. Besides buying cars and houses, people are buying a modern lifestyle.As saving money has long bee
31、n a national virtue, China can backup its development with strong financial reserves.When celebrating Chinas sixty anniversary, the government also demonstrates the value of thrift. The Shanghai Expo is similiarly leading the way in recycling. Chinese people understand future happiness must be built
32、 on the foundation of the past. Chinese people have never cherished their cultural heritage more than today, nor felt more its lingering charm which is why after so many generations, we are still here.From tradition to revelation inspired by the future, Chinese people are creating an even newer way of thinking: building this generations new common spirit.China on the way
