At the ongoing 14th NPC session in Beijing on March 8, Foreign Minister Wang Yi used his press briefing to spotlight the remarkable traction gained by China’s Global Governance Initiative amid escalating worldwide uncertainties.
‘Global challenges are emerging one after another, governance shortfalls are intensifying, and multilateralism confronts serious headwinds,’ Wang noted, positioning President Xi’s proposal as both timely and visionary.
The initiative has resonated strongly, securing prompt support from more than 150 nations and global bodies. Central to this momentum is the ‘Group of Friends of Global Governance’ launched in New York and Geneva UN offices, drawing active involvement from developing countries.
Reaffirming commitment to multilateralism, Wang Yi declared that the UN’s primacy cannot be shaken; its foundational mission must be reinforced. China’s deep understanding of Global South aspirations stems from its role as a UN founder and advocate.
Through frameworks such as SCO and BRICS, China contributes practical experiences to UN Charter-compliant reforms that bolster global governance structures.
In a rallying cry, the foreign minister urged broader participation to breathe new life into the UN, protect its authority, and build a robust architecture for international cooperation.