At the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Plus meeting in the port city of Tianjin, Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined a vision for more inclusive global decision-making. He introduced the Global Governance Initiative, emphasizing that all nations should stand on equal footing.
"We should adhere to sovereign equality. We should maintain that all countries, regardless of size, strength and wealth, are equal participants, decision-makers and beneficiaries in global governance," President Xi said in his keynote speech.
This proposal aims to reshape international cooperation by giving emerging markets and smaller states a stronger voice at the table. Advocates say it could lead to fairer trade rules, more balanced climate action plans and broader representation in institutions that affect everyday lives.
As the conversation unfolds, the Global Governance Initiative is set to spark discussions among SCO+ members and beyond. For young global citizens tuning in, this moment highlights the push toward a world where every country, big or small, can shape the future together.
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