Qian Qichen

Qian Qichen was a prominent Chinese politician and diplomat who served as China's Foreign Minister from 1988 to 1998 and later as Vice Premier. He played a crucial role in shaping China's foreign policy during a significant period of economic reform and global engagement. Notably, Qian was instrumental in the normalization of diplomatic relations between China and several countries, including Indonesia, where he made a historic visit in 1990 to mend ties that had been strained since the 1965 incident. His diplomatic efforts helped to lay the foundation for a more cooperative relationship between China and Southeast Asian nations.