With the 2025 G20 Summit in South Africa on November 22-23 just days away, global attention is turning to the rise of protectionist trends and the urgent call for fairer global governance. China is at the forefront of this push, bringing big ideas and concrete actions to the table. 🌐💪
Why Multilateralism Matters
Foreign Minister Wang Yi has been clear: decoupling and “building small yards with high fences” only isolate economies and cut off opportunities. Instead, he argues, a truly multipolar world means shared growth and stable supply chains—no one left behind.
Four Power-Ups for the World 🌟
Think of China’s major global initiatives as four power-ups in a video game, each designed to strengthen the international system:
- 🎯 Global Development Initiative (GDI): Drives cooperative economic projects and funds programs in poverty alleviation, food security, and climate resilience.
- 🛡️ Global Security Initiative (GSI): Promotes dialogue on non-traditional security challenges such as biosecurity and disaster response.
- 🎨 Global Civilization Initiative (GCI): Encourages cultural exchanges and mutual learning among diverse civilizations.
- ⚖️ Global Governance Initiative (GGI): Launched earlier in 2025, it offers fresh proposals for a more inclusive, effective international system.
Putting Ideas into Action
Beyond talk, China’s track record speaks for itself. Implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and expansion of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) reinforce its commitment to an open world economy. Through the GDI, it has set up a $4 billion Global Development and South–South Cooperation Fund and carried out over 130 projects in nearly 60 countries.
Looking Ahead to the Summit
As leaders gather in Johannesburg next week, China’s message is clear: reforming global governance is not optional—it’s essential. By championing multilateralism and backing it up with action, Beijing is inviting all G20 members to join forces for a fairer, more connected future. Ready to level up together? 🚀🤝
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China's push for multilateralism integral as the G20 draws near
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