Chinese Premier Li Qiang held a significant dialogue on Monday in Beijing with heads of 10 international economic organizations. The meeting, themed \"Building Consensus on Development to Promote Global Common Prosperity,\" focused on strengthening global economic governance and fostering sustainable development.
Premier Li emphasized China's commitment to supporting international economic organizations in their pivotal role within global governance frameworks. He highlighted China's intention to actively undertake international obligations that align with its capabilities, aiming to collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure the sound and steady development of the world economy.
Addressing the current economic climate, Li pointed out that global economic growth is experiencing a lack of momentum, with economic globalization and multilateralism facing significant challenges. These obstacles are contributing to increased uncertainties worldwide. In response, he called on all parties to prioritize development, create a peaceful and stable environment, improve global governance systems, maintain the stability of global industrial and supply chains, and identify new drivers for economic growth.
Premier Li reaffirmed China's position as a steadfast defender of economic globalization and multilateralism. He noted that China's economy has consistently injected strong momentum into the global economy over the decades. He also underscored that China's economic system ensures steady growth, provides ample space for sustained development, and generates positive spillover effects globally.
Li assured that the foundational principles supporting China's positive economic outlook remain unchanged. He reiterated China's overarching goal of benefiting the world, which continues to be a cornerstone of its economic strategy, offering the global economy a significant source of stability and growth.
The leaders of the international economic organizations present praised China's substantial development achievements. They acknowledged that China's optimistic economic forecast and dedication to high-standard opening up have contributed valuable stability and robust impetus to global peace and development. These leaders expressed strong confidence in China's ongoing economic transformation and future prospects.
All participating parties expressed their readiness to collaborate more closely with China. They agreed to uphold multilateralism and globalization, prioritize development issues, support free trade, increase assistance to developing countries, tackle global challenges such as climate change, and promote inclusive global growth and sustainable development. The collective aim is to foster shared prosperity and ensure a stable and prosperous global economy.
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