Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi issued a sharp critique of U.S. trade practices during a crucial BRICS ministerial meeting in Brazil, challenging the international community with five thought-provoking questions about global economic governance.
"Shall we allow the world to regress into a lawless jungle where might makes right?" asked Wang, drawing attention to recent U.S. tariff measures affecting multiple trading partners. The senior diplomat framed the debate as a critical choice between upholding multilateralism or accepting "unipolar hegemony."
Wang emphasized China's dual commitment to protecting national interests and maintaining international order: "What China upholds is not just mutually beneficial cooperation, but the integrity of international rules. What we defend extends beyond our legitimate rights to the shared interests of all nations."
The foreign minister outlined China's position on trade disputes with characteristic clarity: "If conflict is imposed upon us, we will fight to the end. Any negotiations must be based on equality and mutual respect." His remarks come as global markets watch escalating economic tensions between major powers.
Analysts suggest Wang's rhetorical questions reflect growing international concerns about protectionism's impact on developing economies. The BRICS meeting provided a strategic platform to address these issues, with members representing over 40% of the world's population.
