The Vice President of China, Han Zheng, began this Saturday (26) his address at the United Nations General Assembly by advocating the promotion of four strategic initiatives announced by President Xi Jinping, aimed at development, security, civilization and global governance. Han framed the Chinese agenda as an effort to strengthen multilateral coordination and expand international cooperation.
In the section devoted to international crises, Han Zheng said that China rejects a Cold War mentality and again defended the two-state solution to the Palestinian issue, in addition to reinforcing Beijing’s support for the reconstruction of Gaza. The vice president also stated that the country remains committed to pursuing a political solution to the Ukraine crisis, based on the guidelines of President Xi.
Han also stated that the Chinese approach is based on promoting common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security, with rejection of Cold War mentality and bloc confrontation.
The Chinese vice president also argued that divergences and disputes should be resolved through dialogue and consultation, opposing unilateral military actions that violate the UN Charter and circumvent the authorization of the Security Council. He added that major powers must assume special responsibility to safeguard international peace and security.
Regarding the war in Ukraine, Han stated that Beijing will continue to seek a political solution to the crisis and mentioned the importance of preserving global economic stability, also citing the need to maintain the stability and free flow of global industrial and supply chains and to safeguard international trade.
