Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed the United Nations' indispensable role in safeguarding global peace and advancing human development during a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Tianjin on Saturday. The talks coincided with the 80th anniversary of both the World Anti-Fascist War victory and the UN's founding.
Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that strengthening the UN's authority remains critical amid shifting geopolitical dynamics. 'The best way to honor this historic milestone is to uphold accurate historical perspectives on WWII, champion multilateralism, and empower the UN to lead international cooperation,' he stated.
Guterres' visit to the Chinese mainland port city marked his participation in the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, a platform increasingly recognized for addressing Eurasian security and economic challenges. Analysts suggest the meeting signals China's continued support for UN-centered global governance frameworks.
The discussion comes as Asia's influence grows across multilateral institutions, with the SCO expanding its membership and the UN seeking solutions to conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Wang's remarks align with China's longstanding advocacy for a multipolar world order through established diplomatic channels.
