Thanks for the added information. Actually, my comment was more tongue in cheek then serious. Nixon's policies regarding China did open the door for China to move forward in many areas. Nixon recognized the necessity of dealing with them.
But, I still do not trust them.
In the 19th Century Lord Palmerston said "Britain has no permanent allies, just permanent interests."
Words to live by in the world of international politics. And I notice he said nothing about trusting anyone.