At the 80th United Nations General Assembly, Chinese premier Li Qiang reaffirmed China’s commitment to partner with the United Nations in rolling out the Global Governance Initiative (GGI). Introduced by President Xi Jinping in Tianjin at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, the GGI is China’s blueprint for a fairer, more inclusive global system.
Li highlighted his recent meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, where they explored how the GGI could address today’s biggest shifts—from climate crisis to digital transformation. Against the backdrop of 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the UN 2030 Agenda, Li urged nations to resist protectionism and unilateral moves that threaten collective progress.
With 193 UN member states and growing economic headwinds, China’s pledge to boost free trade and open markets stands out. The premier emphasized that by aligning its own high-level opening up with global development, China aims to act as a stabilizer for the world economy, sharing opportunities from infrastructure projects to green energy investments.
On climate and technology, Li called for a stronger UN role in climate action and AI governance. He proposed a synergy between international agencies, tech innovators, and young changemakers to craft rules ensuring AI benefits all, while cutting carbon emissions in line with Paris targets.
Li’s address struck a chord with business and tech audiences eyeing emerging markets: recent data shows nations embracing openness see twice the investment growth in clean-tech sectors. For digital nomads and travelers, this could translate into more cross-border collaboration hubs, sustainable travel programs, and immersive cultural exchanges.
Ultimately, Li’s message was a call to action for the Global South and beyond: “Raise the voice of justice and oppose bullying,” he said, urging collective defense of every nation’s rights. As geopolitical stakes rise, the China-UN partnership on the GGI could chart a new path toward equity, sustainability, and shared prosperity.
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China pledges joint efforts with UN to implement GGI, says Premier Li
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