Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined China’s diplomatic agenda for 2024, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to confidence, self-reliance, and responsible global participation. He stressed strategic diplomacy and pledged efforts to bolster key events like the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and the Boao Forum for Asia.
Wang highlighted China’s dedication to safeguarding its sovereignty, security, and developmental interests. He emphasized the country’s role in issues concerning unity, cooperation, and the rightful concerns of developing nations, promising responsibility on global matters impacting mankind’s future.
Openness and inclusivity remained focal points, with plans to strengthen global partnerships. Wang emphasized initiatives to deepen ties with the US and Russia, enhance exchanges with the EU, and foster relationships with neighboring countries and the BRICS coalition. China also aims to promote international relations’ evolution and mutual understanding among global communities.
Fairness, justice, and multilateralism were central to Wang’s address. He urged adherence to UN principles and the promotion of democracy in global affairs. China pledged involvement in resolving global hotspots and offering public goods for global peace and development.
In the economic realm, China pledged support for inclusive globalization while opposing unilateralism and protectionism. The nation aimed to advance trade liberalization, address structural economic issues, and ensure the stability of global supply chains.
Lastly, Wang reiterated China’s commitment to global development initiatives, emphasizing cooperation enhancement and providing new opportunities through the Belt and Road Forum.
