At a recent UN Security Council briefing, China's permanent representative to the United Nations, Fu Cong, laid out a vision for a safer world 🌐. He highlighted how rising geopolitical conflicts, protectionism, and a mix of traditional and new security threats are shaking up global stability.
Fu emphasized that now more than ever, the UN and regional groups like the OSCE need to step up their game. He called on everyone to champion common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security—basically, moving beyond the old 'us vs. them' mentality. 🤝
Here's what he recommended:
- True multilateralism: Stick to the UN Charter’s principles and keep the UN at the heart of global governance.
- Dialogue over division: Reject Cold War mindsets and bloc politics, and push for peace talks and mediation that respect each country's needs.
- Build trust: Encourage conflicting parties to sit at the table, hash out disputes, and find balanced, lasting solutions.
Fu also touched on the Ukraine situation, stressing that talks and negotiations are the only viable route to peace. He urged all involved to help craft a balanced, effective European security framework—showing that even long-standing tensions can be addressed through conversation, not confrontation. 🕊️
For young pros and global citizens like us, Fu’s message is a reminder that keeping an open dialog, embracing cooperation, and tackling complex challenges together is key. After all, whether it’s climate change, cyberattacks, or regional clashes, security is a shared responsibility. Let’s keep the convo alive and push for the common security we all deserve! 💬✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
