Chinese President Xi Jinping called for a fundamental shift in international cooperation frameworks during his keynote address at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Plus meeting in Tianjin on Monday. Emphasizing equitable development, Xi outlined a vision where global governance systems prioritize grassroots needs over geopolitical interests.
"We must ensure every nation\u2019s people become both architects and beneficiaries of global governance reforms," Xi stated, positioning the people-centered approach as essential for addressing modern challenges like economic inequality and climate change. The speech marked China\u2019s latest push to reshape multilateral institutions amid growing South-South cooperation trends.
Analysts note the Tianjin meeting\u2019s timing coincides with expanding SCO influence, now covering 40% of the global population. The proposed governance model aligns with China\u2019s recent development initiatives across Asia and Africa, though observers await concrete implementation mechanisms.
The two-day gathering brought together representatives from 15 countries, including several Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian states exploring closer ties with the Eurasian bloc. Discussions reportedly covered digital economy partnerships and energy security frameworks.
