Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a compelling speech at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, urging member nations to collaborate as a force for global peace and stability.
Highlighting the importance of revisiting the consensus from the Rio de Janeiro summit, Wang emphasized the need for the G20 to work collectively to build a safer world. \"As G20 foreign ministers gather here today, it is necessary to revisit the consensus reached at the Rio de Janeiro summit, work together as a force for world peace and stability, and build a safer world,\" he stated, reaffirming China's commitment to cooperative efforts.
Wang outlined three key areas of focus for the G20: guardians of world peace, creators of universal security, and defenders of multilateralism. He stressed that all countries should respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity, resolve differences through dialogue and negotiation, and address international and regional hotspots politically.
Addressing universal security, Wang described humanity as a community with a shared future, where the security of one nation should not come at the expense of others. He underscored the importance of taking seriously the legitimate security concerns of all nations.
On multilateralism, Wang highlighted the significance of this year marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. He called for upholding the authority of the UN and enhancing its role in addressing increasingly complex international challenges.
Regarding current global conflicts, Wang expressed optimism about the Ukraine crisis, indicating that the window for peace is opening and reaffirmed China's stance on supporting an early and peaceful resolution. In the context of the Gaza conflict, he advocated for the continuous and effective implementation of the ceasefire agreement and emphasized that a two-state solution remains the only viable path forward.
Wang also highlighted the significance of the G20 summit being held on the African continent for the first time since the African Union became a full member. He referred to this period as the \"African moment\" and called for listening to Africa's voice, addressing its concerns, supporting its initiatives, and fostering peace and development across the continent. Wang reiterated China's support for African nations in independently resolving their issues and opposed any external interference in their internal affairs.
Through his address, Wang Yi underscored China's dedication to promoting a stable, peaceful, and cooperative international environment, aligning with the broader goals of the G20 to address global challenges collaboratively.
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