In 2019, Chinese President Xi Jinping introduced the concept of a maritime community with a shared future, positioning it as a cornerstone of a broader vision for humanity’s progress at sea. Since then, the idea has provided fresh momentum for deepening maritime exchanges, shaping global ocean governance, and fostering cross-border cooperation.
Over the years, President Xi has delivered several key statements on this initiative, calling on nations to work together in safeguarding marine ecosystems, promoting sustainable blue economies, and ensuring equitable use of ocean resources.
Key Quotes from Xi Jinping
- "Building a maritime community with a shared future – proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2019 – is a key part of building a community with a shared future for mankind."
- "The concept generates fresh impetus for enhanced maritime exchanges and cooperation, and articulates China’s vision for advancing global ocean governance."
- "We must strengthen cooperation in protecting the oceans."
These core messages underscore the urgent need for collective action across borders. By rallying governments, businesses, and civil society around shared goals, the initiative has attracted global resonance and set the stage for a more collaborative approach to managing the world’s oceans.
As the initiative gains traction, stakeholders from emerging markets to established economies are exploring new partnerships—from joint conservation projects to blue technology startups—that align with Xi’s call for a sustainable, interconnected ocean agenda.
By championing shared stewardship of the seas, the maritime community with a shared future underscores the power of cooperation in navigating the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
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Xi's key quotes on building maritime community with shared future
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