Beijing, 9 January 2024 (TDI)– Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China’s diplomacy in 2023 has been a year of discovery and achievement, listing six highlights.
While speaking at a Seminar in Beijing on China’s Foreign Relations and the International Situation, Foreign Minister Wang highlighted China’s diplomatic endeavors and the evolving global landscape in 2023.
Foreign Minister Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that these achievements underscore China’s growing international influence, leadership in initiating new global movements, and ethical appeal in the new era.
The highlights of 2023 reflect China’s unique approach, manner, and spirit in international relations, marking a significant year in the nation’s diplomatic history.
At the Beijing seminar on China’s Foreign Relations and the International Situation, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined China’s diplomatic work in 2023 in six aspects.
From forging new heights in major-country relations with Chinese features to facilitating the resumption of diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
From welcoming new members to BRICS to strengthening ties with Central Asian nations. China’s efforts in its relations with other countries have been characterized by collaboration.
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Wang Yi highlighted that China’s head-of-state diplomacy has been very effective, reaching new heights in major-country diplomacy with Chinese features.
Key Highlights of China’s Diplomatic Efforts:
- Advancing Major-Country Relations: Minister Wang Yi emphasized the development of major-country relations, infused with distinctive Chinese characteristics, demonstrating China’s proactive approach in shaping global dynamics.
- Fostering Global Unity: A notable focus has been on fortifying the concept of a shared future for humanity. This vision has been instrumental in driving China’s diplomatic efforts, aimed at building a more inclusive and harmonious global community.
- Belt and Road Initiative: 2023 witnessed the successful conduct of the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation. This pivotal event marked a new chapter of high-quality growth and collaborative development under the Belt and Road Initiative.
- BRICS Expansion: The BRICS mechanism experienced a substantial growth this year, reflecting China’s commitment to fostering solidarity and cooperation among developing nations.
- Strengthening Regional Ties: The China-Central Asia Summit, a groundbreaking event, established a new foundation for friendly and cooperative relations within the region, highlighting China’s role in regional stability and development.
- Diplomatic Mediation: China played a crucial role in the historic rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, showcasing its diplomatic prowess in facilitating political solutions to complex international issues.
The highlights reflect unique Chinese features, manner, and spirit, and indicate China’s increased international clout, stronger ability to lead new initiatives, and greater ethical attraction in the new era, Wang said.
