In a compelling address at the UN Summit of the Future in New York, Wang Yi, special representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Chinese foreign minister, called on major countries to act as propellers of global solidarity and anchors for international peace.
Wang emphasized the critical role of the summit in uniting efforts toward world peace and development, presenting a visionary blueprint for humanity's future. He stated, \"Humanity has only one planet Earth, and we belong to the same global community. It is vital that we care for our shared home and work together to enhance global governance.\"
Addressing the unprecedented changes facing the world, Wang outlined China's four key propositions to tackle common challenges and build a better world:
- Promoting Peace and Stability: Wang stressed the importance of resolving disputes through dialogue rather than geopolitical tensions or bloc confrontations, highlighting that solidarity among nations is essential in a turbulent world.
- Fostering Development and Prosperity: He advocated for sharing development opportunities and pursuing win-win cooperation to ensure common prosperity, opposing isolationist approaches that divide the world.
- Ensuring Fairness and Justice: Wang underscored that all countries, regardless of size or strength, are equal members of the international community. He opposed hegemonism and unilateral sanctions, urging protection of developing countries' rights and the promotion of greater democracy in international relations.
- Adapting to Technological Advancements: Highlighting rapid technological and industrial changes, Wang called for nations to explore new practices and strive for a more equitable global governance system. He specifically mentioned AI governance, supporting the UN's role and introducing the AI Capacity-Building Action Plan for Good and for All, encouraging young people to contribute to humanity's advancement.
Concluding his speech, Wang highlighted that China's pursuit of national rejuvenation through modernization will create new opportunities for global peace and development. \"China will work hand in hand with countries around the world to advance the building of a community with a shared future for mankind and create a more peaceful and better tomorrow,\" he affirmed.
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Wang Yi calls on major countries to be 'propellers' of world unity
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