China's Permanent Representative Calls for Revitalizing Multilateralism and Maintaining International Peace and Security

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At the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Fu Cong called on the international community to revitalize multilateralism and maintain international peace and security. In a high-level open debate on "Promoting international peace and security through multilateralism and peaceful settlement of disputes," Fu Cong emphasized the importance of peaceful resolution of disputes and the need for countries to respect each other's national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Key Takeaways:

  • Fu Cong stressed that the UN Charter is the unshakable cornerstone of the international order, and countries should abandon the "jungle law of the strong bullying the weak" and practice the Charter principles of sovereign equality, non-interference in internal affairs, and peaceful settlement of disputes.
  • The international community should revitalize multilateralism and make unremitting efforts to maintain international peace and security, according to Fu Cong, who called for countries to put aside their selfish interests and prioritize common interests.
  • China's Permanent Representative emphasized the importance of supporting the global South to play a positive role in maintaining international peace and security, as many countries in the region have experienced the suffering of being invaded and colonized.
  • Fu Cong highlighted China's commitment to promoting peace and dialogue, actively exploring solutions to hot issues with Chinese characteristics, and making significant contributions to UN peacekeeping operations.
  • China is willing to work with all parties to practice true multilateralism and promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, according to Fu Cong, who also called for the international community to jointly create a better future for mankind.

Statistics:

  • 80 years ago, the world anti-fascist war achieved a great victory, and the UN Charter established the basic norms of international relations.
  • Today, the world has entered a new period of turbulence and change, and the cause of peace and development still has a long way to go.
  • Over 30 countries have established an international mediation institute with China to provide important rule of law public products for improving global security governance.

Sources:

  • Xinhua News Agency
  • United Nations
  • The State Council of the People's Republic of China (https://www.gov.cn/yaowen/liebiao/202507/content_7033255.htm)