🌟 Global Cheers for Xi's Vision of Shared Prosperity!
Hey there, global citizens! 🌍 Scholars and officials from around the world are buzzing about Chinese President Xi Jinping's inspiring speech at the BRICS Plus leaders' dialogue last Thursday. 🎤✨
President Xi emphasized the importance of global peace and called for reforms in global economic governance to boost development across the Global South. He also highlighted the need for dialogue among different civilizations—ideas that are sparking excitement for a more stable and prosperous future! 🚀
\"The collective advancement of Global South countries toward modernization is monumental in world history,\" Xi said. But he reminded everyone that the journey to prosperity won't be a walk in the park. 🛣️
So, what's the game plan? Xi urged BRICS Plus countries to strive for common security, shared development, and harmony among civilizations. Sounds pretty epic, right? 🌐🤝
In case you didn't know, the BRICS Plus mechanism was proposed by Xi back in 2017 to expand cooperation with more developing countries and amplify the voices of the Global South. 🌏
Trevor Hambayi, a Zambian economist, shared his excitement: \"Xi's speech on promoting Global South development shows China's commitment to prosperity for these nations. It's crucial for the modernization of developing countries.\" 🎓💬
President Xi also praised the achievements of the Global Development Initiative (GDI), which has mobilized nearly \$20 billion and launched over 1,100 projects! 💰🎉 This initiative, proposed by Xi in 2021, aims to foster international consensus on promoting development and progress for all countries.
And there's more! Xi announced plans to establish a World Smart Customs Community Portal and a BRICS Customs Center of Excellence. He encouraged all nations to jump onboard. 🚢🌐
Hambayi added that these targeted measures significantly contribute to prosperity across the Global South. 🌟
Ibrahim Hashem, former advisor to the chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, highlighted the Global Security Initiative mentioned by Xi. He pointed out China's active role in advocating for peace and dialogue, including efforts in the Ukraine crisis and facilitating renewed relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran. ✌️🕊️
\"These actions positively contribute to regional peace and stability,\" Hashem said. 🕊️
Luis Delgado from Venezuela expressed that Global South countries are super interested in the new ideas proposed by Xi. \"For over a decade, the BRICS cooperation mechanism has exemplified a new form of international collaboration characterized by dialogue, respect for diversity, equality, and fair trade,\" he said. 🤝🌎
Xi emphasized, \"We should jointly promote the development of all civilizations and strive for harmony among them. The diversity of civilization is the innate quality of the world.\" 🌈🌍
Continuing his commitment to global cooperation, Xi pledged that China will establish a Global South Think Tanks Alliance to promote people-to-people exchanges and share governance experiences. 💡📚
Mehmood Hassan Khan from Islamabad highlighted the positive vibes of this initiative. He noted that Global South countries have diverse backgrounds, and Xi's speech reaffirmed the importance of harmonious coexistence among different civilizations—something we can all get behind! 🙌🌐
Brazilian law professor Evandro Carvalho is feeling optimistic about the future of BRICS too. He believes that, with China's involvement, BRICS will emerge as a key force in promoting multilateralism. \"Cooperation and communication are crucial for bridging differences among nations,\" he said. 🌉🤝
Sounds like exciting times ahead for the Global South! Let's keep our eyes peeled for more developments. 👀✨
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Scholars, officials applaud Xi's advocacy for Global South prosperity
cgtn.com
