Beijing played host to the World Youth Conference for Peace on Tuesday, where representatives of Chinese and foreign youth came together to issue the World Youth Peace Initiative.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War and the founding of the United Nations. Back then, diverse nations united against fascism, laying the groundwork for a world order built on cooperation and human rights.
Fast forward 80 years, humanity stands at another crossroads: unity or division, dialogue or confrontation, win-win cooperation or zero-sum games. Today's youth are rising to the challenge with a clear call for action.
Defend World Peace
Youth from every corner of the globe committed to upholding justice, opposing war, and safeguarding the United Nations-centered international order. They reject unilateralism, hegemonism, and protectionism, and champion true multilateralism as the path to lasting peace.
Pioneer Mutual Learning
Building peace starts in our minds. Young people pledged to embrace equality, dialogue, and inclusiveness among civilizations, turning cultural exchanges into bridges of understanding.
Advocate Win-Win Cooperation
Peace depends on development. Delegates urged peers to engage with multilateral platforms, support the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and bridge global divides for inclusive growth.
Tackle Climate Change
With climate change threatening our shared home, youth vowed to show global solidarity, drive innovative solutions, and meet this moment with collaborative action.
Promote Technologies for Social Good
Emerging tech offers promise and pitfalls. The initiative calls on youth to lead responsibly in AI and other fields, ensuring digital development remains inclusive and benefits all humanity.
'Eighty years ago, our predecessors overcame darkness with unity,' the initiative reads. 'Now it's up to us – the youth – to define the future through action.' By uniting for peace, sustainability and innovation, today's generation aims to shape a shared future for all.
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