Chinese premier Xi Jinping met with foreign parliamentary leaders in Beijing on Tuesday to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the National People's Congress' affiliation with the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). During the meeting, Xi reiterated China's commitment to deepening exchanges and cooperation with IPU, highlighting the importance of international collaboration in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs).
The gathering also marked the 2024 interregional seminar focused on the SDGs for parliaments of developing countries. Xi welcomed representatives from various continents, emphasizing that "We are all members of the Global South." He underscored the shared vision and partnership between China and these nations, acknowledging their diverse national conditions yet unified objectives.
Addressing the rapidly evolving global landscape, Xi expressed China's willingness to advocate for an equal and orderly multi-polar world and inclusive economic globalization that benefits all. He further outlined China's goals of building a community with a shared future for humanity and fostering a harmonious global family.
Xi highlighted the crucial role of legislative bodies in state relations, advocating for relationships based on equality and mutual trust. He encouraged expanding mutually beneficial cooperation, promoting open and inclusive exchanges, and advancing global governance characterized by fairness and equity.
At the close of the meeting, Xi provided an update on the third plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee held in mid-July, discussing its implications for future policy directions.
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