Question

The United States and China are the two largest consumers of energy in the world. . . . Neither of us profits from a growing dependence on foreign oil, nor can we spare our people from the ravages of climate change unless we cooperate. Common sense calls upon us to act [together].
President Obama, 2009

Based on this excerpt, which form of foreign policy implementation was President Obama advocating between the two countries?

diplomacy
foreign aid
trade agreements
sanctions

Answer 1

Diplomacy.

Obama is calling for bilateral cooperation and negotiation between the U.S. and China on energy and climate — a diplomatic approach, not aid, trade deals, or punitive sanctions.