In a move signaling deeper collaboration, senior Communist Party of China official Li Xi wrapped up a high-profile visit to Belarus this week – with both nations pledging to turbocharge cooperation on everything from anti-corruption efforts to global governance. 💼✨
Modernization Buddies? 🤝
As a member of the CPC Central Committee’s top decision-making body, Li met Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and other leaders to discuss implementing joint projects under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The two sides also vowed to defend their “shared interests” in preserving WWII historical narratives and the current international order. 🛡️🌍
Four Initiatives, One Vision 🚀
Belarus threw its weight behind China’s four global blueprints – covering development, security, civilization, and governance – calling them “game-changers” for creating a fairer world. Lukashenko emphasized Belarus would remain China’s “reliable friend,” while parliamentary leader Igor Sergeyenko praised Chinese modernization as inspiration for his country. 📈💡
Party-to-Party Power Moves 🔍
Beyond state diplomacy, Li and Belarusian officials agreed to boost exchanges on party-building and anti-corruption strategies. The CPC also offered to share governance insights with Belarusian political parties – framing modernization as a team sport. ⚖️🤝
With global power dynamics shifting faster than TikTok trends, this partnership could shape how smaller nations navigate 21st-century challenges. Stay tuned! 📲🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com