A lively forum in Addis Ababa brought together African leaders, scholars, and students to discuss President Xi Jinping's groundbreaking book 'On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights' – now translated into 13 languages! 💡📚
Jiang Jianguo of the China Society for Human Rights Studies highlighted how the text reveals Xi's "deep care for people" and China's unique approach to rights advocacy. "From poverty alleviation to tech innovation, human rights are woven into China's development story," he told the 150+ attendees.
Chinese Ambassador Chen Hai drew cheers 🤝 when emphasizing China-Africa alignment on rejecting politicized human rights debates: "We share a people-first philosophy – whether in Addis Ababa or Beijing."
Liberia's Deputy Foreign Minister Jeddi Armah added a 🔥 hot take: "Global South nations must craft their own paths while upholding universal dignity." The forum became a melting pot of ideas, with students snapping selfies alongside diplomats!
With Xi's book serving as a conversation starter, this event marks a new chapter in China-Africa collaboration on rights and development. Who said geopolitics can't be trendy? 🌐✨
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Readers' forum on Xi Jinping thoughts on human rights held in Ethiopia
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