Shafaqna Pakistan: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday that emerging economies remain underrepresented at the United Nations, while the institution’s authority is increasingly being challenged by growing political and economic disputes around the world.
Speaking at a rare press briefing in Beijing held to introduce a white paper on making global governance more equitable and inclusive, Wang stressed the need for greater representation of developing nations and stronger participation from the Global South in international decision-making.
He said that all countries—regardless of their size, strength, or level of development—are equal members of the international community and deserve a greater voice in global affairs.
Referring to a series of interconnected global challenges, including conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, Wang warned that the world is facing overlapping crises. He said humanity has entered a period of heightened uncertainty, comparing the current international environment to a ship navigating dangerous waters filled with hidden hazards and severe storms.
Wang called for reforms to global governance structures to ensure they better reflect contemporary realities and the interests of developing countries.
The disputes reveal deep-seated conflicts, while “black swan and grey rhino events” emerge continually, he said, referring to unexpected events or threats that are ignored despite their visibility.
Wang urged efforts to commit firmly to a ceasefire in the Middle East, calling on all parties to work towards laying the foundation of a “sustainable security architecture in the region”, the official Xinhua news agency said. China routinely tries to cast itself as a peacemaker in both the Middle East and Ukraine conflicts, urging dialogue as it presents itself as a pillar of global stability and an indispensable diplomatic player.
It is the biggest buyer of both Iranian and Russian oil, including pipeline supplies and seaborne shipments.
The white paper aims to build international consensus on effective responses to global challenges, Wang said, and upholding the United Nations’ authority and status is fundamental to the success of the initiative.
Source: Dunya News
