Former Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Fu Ying highlighted the complexities of maritime security in the Indo-Pacific during a high-profile panel at the 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC) on Saturday. Titled 'Making Waves: Maritime Tensions in the Indo-Pacific,' the session brought global policymakers and experts together to navigate rising geopolitical friction in the region.
Fu, a seasoned diplomat, emphasized the need for dialogue to address competing territorial claims and resource disputes, which have intensified amid shifting power dynamics. 'Cooperation, not confrontation, must guide regional stability,' she argued, reflecting China's stance on fostering multilateral solutions to shared challenges.
The MSC, often dubbed the 'Davos of security policy,' has drawn over 150 leaders this year to tackle global security risks. Discussions spanned climate-linked conflicts, AI-driven warfare, and balancing strategic interests in a multipolar world. Fu's participation underscores Beijing's push to shape narratives on maritime governance amid heightened U.S.-China rivalry.
Young professionals attending the event praised the panel's focus on sustainable security frameworks. 'It’s about redefining what collective safety means in an era of interconnected crises,' noted one delegate from Indonesia.
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Former Chinese Vice FM Fu Ying speaks at MSC panel discussion
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