China has pledged to deepen collaboration with the United Nations to advance the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), a bold framework aimed at reshaping international systems to be 'more just and equitable.' Premier Li Qiang announced the partnership during talks with UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the UN General Assembly this week. 💼🌍
The GGI, first proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping at July’s Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, offers 'China’s wisdom' to tackle modern challenges like economic inequality and climate chaos. Li emphasized that the initiative aligns with the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, calling it a 'stabilizer' for global progress. 📈✨
But there’s friction: Li criticized 'unilateralist and protectionist practices'—a subtle nod to trade tensions—urging the 'Global South' to unite against 'bullying and hegemony.' 🔥 He also pushed for stronger climate action and AI governance, framing China as a key player in 'high-level opening up' and shared prosperity. 🤖🌱
With the UN marking its 80th year, Li reaffirmed China’s support for the body’s authority, stressing that 'dialogue, not division' is the path forward. Will this partnership redefine how the world tackles crises? Stay tuned. 🕊️🔮
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China pledges joint efforts with UN to implement GGI, says Premier Li
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