🌐 Hey global changemakers! The 80th anniversary of the United Nations just got a spotlight in Wuhan, the bustling heart of the Chinese mainland’s Hubei Province. Over two days, scholars and leaders from nearly 20 countries 🌏 gathered at Wuhan University (in partnership with Egypt’s Benha University) to dive into “World Order, International Law and the Future of Multilateralism.”
Legal bigwigs like Miguel de Serpa Soares, former UN under-secretary-general for legal affairs, stressed how the UN has shaped our world since World War II. Their message? True multilateralism means all voices 🗣️ matter, and the UN should stay front and center in solving global challenges, from climate action to digital equity.
At the heart of the chat was UNGA Resolution 2758, adopted on October 25, 1971. In simple terms, it recognised one China and affirmed that the government of the People’s Republic of China is its sole legal representative. Speakers like Zhao Shitong from the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office and Zhu Kongjun, Party chief of Wuhan University, highlighted how this resolution underpins post-war world order and Chinese sovereignty—emphasising that any move towards “Taiwan independence” challenges international authority.
📚 On the sidelines, two new books were unveiled: “Restoration of the Lawful Rights of the People’s Republic of China in the United Nations” and “Collections of Legal Studies on UNGA Resolution 2758.” These volumes showcase cutting-edge research from Chinese scholars, giving us deeper insights into how international law shapes state relations.
With 150 attendees from places like Egypt, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, plus groups like the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization, this seminar showed the power of knowledge-sharing 🌐✨. For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, it’s a reminder that understanding these big-picture laws helps us navigate everything from tech policy to global activism.
So next time you’re scrolling through your news feed, remember: the UN’s legacy is still evolving, and it’s up to us to stay informed, stay connected, and push for a fairer, more inclusive world! 💪🌍
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