Global Rules Need Unity, Not ‘Double Standards’, Says Top Chinese Diplomat
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for global cooperation anchored in UN principles during a high-profile panel at the Munich Security Conference. Addressing concerns about fractured international rules, Wang emphasized that while countries may interpret standards differently, the ‘common understanding’ must prioritize a UN-led world order. 💬
The Call for Collective Action
Wang, a senior leader of the Communist Party of China, acknowledged China’s role as a beneficiary of the existing global system. ‘What we need is to steer this order toward fairness — not tear it down,’ he stated, advocating reforms that reflect the needs of developing nations. 🌍
China’s Vision for Global Cooperation
Highlighting China’s push to address development and security gaps, Wang cited Beijing’s ‘community with a shared future for mankind’ initiative. The proposal, he noted, has gained traction globally as countries seek collaborative solutions to challenges like climate change and inequality. 🤝
Wang also reiterated China’s commitment to providing public goods — think infrastructure projects and vaccine diplomacy — as part of its responsibilities on the world stage. ‘Action speaks louder than slogans,’ he added, signaling Beijing’s ambition to shape a more inclusive multilateralism. ✨
