In a significant address at the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized China's commitment to fostering a fair and people-centered approach to global human rights governance.
Wang, a key member of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted the importance of prioritizing the right to subsistence and development as fundamental human rights. He called for the reform and improvement of human rights governance to be more inclusive and equitable.
Rejecting interference in the internal affairs of nations under the guise of human rights, Wang stressed the need to uphold national sovereignty and the safety of people's lives. He firmly rejected double standards in human rights issues, advocating for fairness and justice across the board.
Wang also underscored the importance of mutual learning and exchanges among countries, dismissing attempts to impose specific models or politicize human rights. He affirmed China's willingness to collaborate with other nations to build a peaceful, cooperative, and prosperous global community.
Complementing Wang's statements, Chen Xu, China's permanent representative to the UN Office in Geneva, advocated for active international engagement in the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Initiative. Speaking at a high-level event, Chen outlined China's dedication to upholding humanitarian principles and protecting civilians in conflict zones.
Highlighting the dire global humanitarian crisis, Chen emphasized the urgent need for effective compliance with IHL. He reiterated China's commitment to peace talks, support for developing countries, and assistance to humanitarian organizations to alleviate suffering in conflict-affected areas.
Through these initiatives, China aims to contribute to a modern world characterized by peaceful development, mutually beneficial cooperation, and shared prosperity, reinforcing its role as a builder of a community with a shared future for humankind.
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