In a vibrant gathering at the “BRICS Plus” leaders’ dialogue in Kazan, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered an inspiring speech, rallying the Global South to unite and shape a shared future. 🌏✨
“Peace and development face severe challenges, but together, we can be the pillar of strength the world needs,” President Xi emphasized to a captivated audience of leaders and delegates.
He outlined three key steps for the Global South to seize this moment:
1. Stand Up for Peace 🕊️
President Xi called on nations to join forces as a stabilizing power for global peace. He highlighted the success of initiatives like the Global Security Initiative, the six-point consensus with Brazil, and efforts to promote peace in regions like Ukraine and the Middle East. “We must stop the flames of war from spreading and end the suffering,” he urged, referencing conflicts in places like Gaza and Lebanon.
2. Drive Common Prosperity đź’ˇ
Emphasizing development as the cornerstone of progress, President Xi encouraged active participation in global economic reforms. He celebrated milestones like the Global Development Initiative, which has mobilized nearly $20 billion and launched over 1,100 projects! 🚀 China’s efforts, including the establishment of the Global Alliance on Artificial Intelligence for Industry and Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Shanghai, aim to pave the way for technological innovation and shared prosperity.
3. Celebrate Diversity of Civilizations 🎉
“Let’s build a garden of world civilizations,” President Xi proclaimed, advocating for enhanced cultural exchanges and mutual learning. He introduced plans to form a Global South Think Tanks Alliance to foster people-to-people connections and share governance experiences.
President Xi also shared exciting news about China’s ongoing modernization efforts and the recent Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, which promises to inject new energy into the Global South’s journey towards modernization.
“No matter how the world changes, China will always have the Global South in its heart,” he affirmed. ❤️ China supports more countries joining BRICS in various capacities, strengthening the collective power to build a community with a shared future for mankind.
As young people looking towards the future, it’s inspiring to see leaders advocating for unity, peace, and development. The message is clear: together, we can make a difference! 🌟
Reference(s):
Full text of President Xi's speech at 'BRICS Plus' leaders' dialogue
cgtn.com
