Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for stronger collaboration between China and Russia to empower the 'Global South' during a keynote speech at the China-Russia High-level Think Tank Forum on Thursday. Speaking via video link, Wang emphasized the need for both nations to lead global governance through 'action and responsibility' amid shifting geopolitical tides.
'China and Russia must safeguard the UN-centered international system and promote true multilateralism,' Wang stated, highlighting goals like economic globalization and a multipolar world. The forum, co-hosted by top think tanks from both countries, marks 75 years of diplomatic ties between the two allies.
Key takeaways from Wang's speech:
Deepen political trust while upholding 'non-alliance, non-confrontation' principles
Strengthen coordination on multilateral platforms like the UN
Foster open cooperation in tech, trade, and cultural exchanges
This year's forum spotlighted modern-day cooperation strategies, blending Cold War-era solidarity with 21st-century priorities like digital governance and sustainable development. For young professionals tracking global power dynamics, Wang's vision offers a roadmap for South-South collaboration in 2023.
Deepen political trust while upholding 'non-alliance, non-confrontation' principles
Strengthen coordination on multilateral platforms like the UN
Foster open cooperation in tech, trade, and cultural exchanges
