Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged a fresh approach to the South China Sea, framing the region as a potential hub for cooperation, stability, and friendship during high-stakes ASEAN meetings in Kuala Lumpur. 🌏✨
Speaking at the ASEAN Plus Foreign Ministers' Meetings, Wang highlighted a "notable shift in tone" in discussions about the contested waters. He credited China and Southeast Asian nations for building momentum through joint efforts, signaling optimism for peaceful resolutions. 🕊️
But the diplomat didn’t shy away from addressing challenges: "While some countries continue to stir controversy, those acting as proxies risk becoming pawns in others' games," he warned, hinting at external geopolitical pressures. 🚨
Young professionals and travelers tracking Asia’s evolving dynamics will find this development crucial. With 60% of global maritime trade passing through the South China Sea, stability here impacts everything from smartphone supply chains to vacation plans. 📱✈️
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Wang Yi urges cooperation, stability, friendship for South China Sea
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