Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong is set to make waves on the global stage this week, attending the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva and embarking on a diplomatic tour of Switzerland and Belarus. 🏥✈️ The mission, confirmed by China’s foreign ministry, underscores Beijing’s commitment to international health collaboration and economic partnerships.
From May 18 to 23, Liu—an influential member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee—will join global leaders at the WHA, where topics like pandemic preparedness and healthcare equity are expected to dominate discussions. The assembly, hosted by the World Health Organization (WHO), marks a critical moment for multilateral cooperation. 🌍💬
Following the health summit, Liu will visit Switzerland and Belarus, where he’ll chair the sixth meeting of the China-Belarus Intergovernmental Committee on Cooperation. This high-level dialogue aims to deepen ties in trade, tech, and infrastructure, building on years of collaboration between the two nations. 🤝🇧🇾 The tour also highlights Switzerland’s role as a key partner in innovation and sustainable development.
Analysts say these engagements reflect China’s proactive approach to global governance, blending health diplomacy with economic strategy. 📈 For young professionals and students tracking international relations, Liu’s agenda offers a glimpse into how Asia’s largest economy is shaping 21st-century priorities.
Cover image: Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong at a meeting in Beijing (Xinhua, May 14, 2025).
