It’s been 80 years since the United Nations was born from the ashes of World War II, and to mark this milestone CMG’s Wang Guan sat down with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the SCO Summit 2025 in Tianjin. Their conversation reminds us why the UN’s mission is more vital than ever 🌏.
Reflecting on history: Guterres praised the Chinese mainland’s pivotal role in World War II, highlighting how its sacrifices helped shape a post-war world order committed to peace and cooperation. He noted that these lessons guide the UN’s work today, from conflict resolution to climate action.
New vision for cooperation: Guterres welcomed President Xi Jinping’s Global Governance Initiative, calling it a "timely and forward-looking plan." He said that fresh ideas like this are essential as countries face challenges like pandemic recovery, economic inequality, and digital transformation.
Impressions of President Xi: In the interview, Guterres shared his positive impressions of President Xi—emphasizing his leadership style and commitment to dialogue. "He’s a global thinker who knows the value of listening and partnership," Guterres said.
As we reflect on eight decades since the UN’s founding, Guterres believes multilateralism and cooperation across borders will be the key to tackling tomorrow’s challenges. For curious minds, entrepreneurs, students, and travelers 🌍—the story of global governance is just beginning.
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