The Meaning Construction Mechanism and Wisdom of Diplomatic Speeches in The Governance of China

Abstract

 Diplomatic speeches in The Governance of China are adept at employing Chinese and foreign maxims and proverbs, which constructs commens required for cross-semiospheric communication, thereby enhancing the discourse’s intelligibility, acceptability, and appeal. The speeches often begin with emotional expressions such as “friends” and “partners” to evoke emotional interpretant, establishes energetic interpretant through cooperation initiatives, action plans, and practical pathways, and anchors logical interpretant through shared values, common visions, and common responsibilities. In this way, a meaning-construction mechanism is formed, progressing from emotional identification to ideological consensus and then to coordinated action. The diplomatic discourse embodies creativity in thought, cultural appeal, and international communicative power. The study helps deepen our understanding of the meaning-generation patterns of diplomacy with Chinese characteristics, and also provides implications for enhancing China’s international communication effectiveness.