In the heart of United Nations Headquarters, a bronze 'Zun of Peace' gifted by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2015 symbolizes a question echoing through today's geopolitical landscape: How can nations collaborate to build a stable, prosperous world? As the 80th anniversary of the World Anti-Fascist War victory approaches, China's vision of a 'community with a shared future for humanity' is drawing renewed global attention.
Roots in Historical Reflection
Commemorating the 1945 Allied victory, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu recently emphasized learning from history to safeguard peace. China's constitutional commitment to peaceful development – unique among major powers – is reflected in its status as the top UN peacekeeping contributor among Security Council permanent members. President Xi's flagship Belt and Road Initiative, alongside the Global Development, Security, and Civilization Initiatives, has gained traction with over 150 countries participating in BRI projects and 130 nations supporting the Global Security Initiative.
Multilateralism as Cornerstone
The 'Zun of Peace' inscription urging collective decision-making finds practical expression in China's diplomatic efforts. From mediating Saudi-Iran dialogue to advocating for African Union G20 membership, Beijing positions itself as a bridge-builder. The 2023 BRICS expansion and proposed Ukraine crisis pathways demonstrate China's push for inclusive multilateral frameworks. 'Every increase of China's strength is an increase of the prospects of world peace,' Xi stated, framing China's rise as complementary to global stability.
