In a historic and in-person meeting held in Xiamen City, southeast China’s Fujian Province on May 28, 2025, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and leaders from Pacific Islands Countries (PICs) reached a ground-breaking five-point consensus. This fresh pact is set to boost global cooperation and foster mutual growth—sparking new energy among young people worldwide! 🚀
The discussion, which included insightful talks with Kiribati’s President and Foreign Minister Taneti Maamau, focused on five key areas:
- Equal Treatment: Both sides emphasized that every nation deserves fair and respectful treatment, reaffirming the commitment to the one-China principle and safeguarding national sovereignty and integrity.
- Common Development: By aligning initiatives like the Belt and Road and the Blue Pacific 2050 Strategy, the pact aims to enhance trade, infrastructure, agriculture, tourism, and more, creating shared growth opportunities.
- Fairness & Justice: Marking the 80th anniversary of the UN’s founding, the agreement stresses upholding multilateralism, international law, and a fair playing field for developing nations.
- Openness & Inclusiveness: Leaders highlighted the value of win-win cooperation in addressing urgent challenges such as climate change, economic development, and social stability in the vast Pacific.
- Mutual Learning: Celebrating the rich heritage of Chinese civilization alongside the unique marine cultures of the PICs, both sides pledged to bolster exchanges in education, culture, media, and more to drive global progress.
This innovative consensus marks a significant moment in international diplomacy, setting a positive tone for future collaborations and cultural exchanges. It’s a vivid reminder that when the world unites, even the smallest voices can spark global change! 🌍
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Wang Yi introduces consensus reached at 3rd China-PICs FMs' meeting
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