Former Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Fu Ying made waves at the 7th Paris Peace Forum this week, arguing that China's vision for international cooperation places the United Nations front and center. 🔍 'The UN must remain the cornerstone of our legal and economic systems,' she declared during a panel analyzing the U.S. election's global implications.
A Clash of Worldviews?
Fu contrasted China's multilateral approach with Western strategies, suggesting American 'strategic overreach' and domestic uncertainty have eroded trust in traditional systems. 'Sometimes, Americans act as saboteurs of their own global order,' she remarked, sparking debate among attendees.
Multilateralism in the Spotlight
Forum discussions echoed Fu's emphasis on collaboration. Justin Vaisse, the event's director-general, warned that failing to 'regroup defenders of cooperation' could worsen conflicts and climate crises. Over 1,000 leaders tackled hot-button issues—from AI regulation to escalating geopolitical tensions—with one question looming: Can global institutions adapt fast enough?
The forum, launched by French President Emmanuel Macron in 2018, continues serving as a barometer for international diplomacy—and this year, China's voice rang clear. 🇫🇷🤝🇨🇳
