From Crisis to Collaboration: Lebanon's Former PM Reflects on China's Global Role
GUANGZHOU – At the recent "Understanding China" conference, former Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab shared rare insights into how China's development model could offer pathways for nations navigating complex challenges. Speaking with CMG's Zou Yun in Guangzhou, Diab addressed Lebanon's economic crisis while highlighting China's growing influence in shaping global cooperation.
"The more people understand China, the more they support China," Diab emphasized during the discussion. "People have to accept that China is already a global power – its modernization journey provides valuable lessons for collaborative development."
Diab, who attended the conference alongside global leaders and scholars, pointed to China's economic reforms and technological advancements as catalysts for international partnerships. His remarks resonated with conference themes exploring Asia's expanding role in addressing challenges such as infrastructure development and sustainable growth. Analysts suggest such exchanges could influence economic strategies across the Middle East, where multiple nations seek post-conflict rebuilding solutions.
Bridging Knowledge Gaps
The former leader stressed the importance of cultural understanding in global diplomacy, noting Lebanon's historical position as a crossroads of civilizations. "What China achieves in innovation and governance directly impacts how developing nations approach their own transformations," he observed, referencing cross-border initiatives like the Belt and Road program.
With Lebanon facing currency collapse and political instability, Diab's call for knowledge-sharing with Asian partners reflects growing regional interest in China's development framework – particularly in balancing economic growth with social stability.
