The Chinese language character meng, or dream in English, has been chosen as the character of the year for China in 2012 by authoritative domestic agencies. The Spanish news agency Agencia EFE said China has realized many dreams this year and has a lot to realize in the future, says an article in People's Daily. Excerpts:

The increase in Chinese people's incomes was faster than GDP growth this year, China launched its first aircraft carrier, and the nation notched up its first Nobel literature prize.

This year also saw China send three people into space, and the nation was one of the most successful at the London Olympics.

However, Chinese people still dream that they can have better education, healthcare, social security and a much fairer society.

Peaceful development is the rational choice made by China after fulfilling so many dreams, and it is the necessary choice for China to overcome its difficulties to make more dreams come true.

China's dreams have a positive impact beyond its borders. Many countries have benefited and will continue to benefit from China's prosperity. China also makes its best efforts to contribute to world peace and stability. China is firmly against solving disputes through conflicts.

To some extent, how well China realizes its dreams will have an influence on the rest of the world.

As British poet Alfred Lord Tennyson wrote: "Dreams are true while they last."

Chinese people will try their best to pursue their dreams and are also looking forward to sharing the joys of their success with people from other countries.