Chinese President Xi Jinping made waves at the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro this week with a powerful speech advocating for fairer global systems and inclusive economic growth. Speaking to world leaders, he emphasized the need to 'break down barriers, not build walls' in international cooperation.
🔑 Key quotes from his address:
- 'The old model of zero-sum games must give way to a new era of shared benefits.'
- 'True multipolarity isn’t about spheres of influence – it’s about creating space for every nation’s development.'
- 'Economic globalization should lift all boats, not just the luxury yachts.'
The speech comes as the G20 tackles pressing issues like climate financing and AI governance. Xi’s vision of equal participation in global governance resonated with developing nations, while his call for tech collaboration spotlighted opportunities for young entrepreneurs worldwide. 🌐💡
Reference(s):
Xi Jinping's key quotes at second session of 19th G20 Summit
cgtn.com