The"Idea of Mutual Learning between Civilizations"Contained in the Chinese Path to Modernization
Unlike the Western perspective that defines modern civilization solely based on its own civilization,the Chinese path to modernization insists on following the grand path of"harmony without uniformity",emphasizes that civilizations are diverse,equal,inclusive and open,and advocates for coexistence of diverse forms,equality and mutual respect,and openness and inclusiveness among different civilizations.At the same time,it aims in its developmental process to reshape the future pattern in the development of human civilization,thoroughly break the myth of"civilization monism",dispel the myth of"civilization superiority",refute the fallacy of"the clash of civilizations",and overcome the narrow-mindedness of"civilization in isolation".It then scientifically elucidates the legitimacy and rationality of diversified development paths for modern civilizations,which not only offers new choices for the future development world civilizations while providing great and enduring strength for building a modern world of common prosperity and a community with a shared future for humanity.