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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Bishkek, December 15 /Xinhua/ — China's initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) allow for greater participation by countries in the Global South in addressing global challenges and expanding their representation on international platforms, former Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Alikbek Jekshenkulov told Xinhua.
According to him, the countries of the Global South, which make up a significant portion of the world's population and global economy, are forming a persistent demand for a more equal international order and are advocating for strengthening multilateralism and reforming international institutions where developing countries have traditionally been underrepresented.
"Through the Belt and Road Initiative and the Global Governance Initiative, countries of the Global South are significantly strengthening their participation in addressing global challenges in various areas, including development, climate, infrastructure, and the digital divide," noted A. Dzhekshenkulov. "I believe that China's concept of a community with a shared future for humanity aligns with the interests of countries in the Global South, as it is focused on collective solutions rather than Western dominance."
A. Dzhekshenkulov believes that multilateral platforms such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the SCO have become leading instruments of South-South cooperation, offering countries an alternative to traditional Western development models. "Their particular appeal stems from the absence of political conditions, an emphasis on pragmatism, infrastructure connectivity, and support for economic growth," he emphasized.
In his view, the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative, through which China has signed cooperation agreements with over 150 countries and over 30 international organizations, is ensuring the construction of key infrastructure, reducing logistics costs, and expanding trade between countries of the Global South. The SCO complements the economic component with a systemic security policy, including the fight against terrorism and extremism, border coordination, and the creation of a favorable security environment for project implementation.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. As the former minister noted, this anniversary year carries profound symbolic and practical significance for the modern world, particularly amid the escalation of various regional conflicts. He also praised China's position on relevant historical issues and on global security.
"China emphasizes the importance of preserving historical truth and the results of the post-war world order based on the UN Charter. This is especially relevant against the backdrop of growing conflicts and tendencies toward bloc thinking," noted A. Dzhekshenkulov, adding that recalling the lessons of World War II serves as a reminder of the need for dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and the inadmissibility of revisionism.
"The Chinese approach is aimed at strengthening international stability through remembering history, preventing confrontation, and eliminating the root causes of conflicts," he emphasized.
China is steadfastly pursuing the path of peaceful development and has also put forward the Global Security Initiative. According to A. Dzhekshenkulov, these two concepts complement each other. "The first reflects China's domestic commitment to development and the rejection of hegemony, while the second represents a foreign policy framework that offers partners a concept of indivisible security, dialogue, and joint risk response. Together, these approaches form a practical basis for strengthening international peace and stability," he stated.
In October of this year, the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China was held in Beijing. The session reviewed and adopted the CPC Central Committee's Proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development. According to A. Dzhekshenkulov, this event confirms China's commitment to high-level openness, innovation, and green transformation, and signals its readiness to expand cooperation and integration into the global economy.
He also believes that China will open up new opportunities for the world in the future, particularly in three key areas: innovation, the green economy, and digital transformation.
"China will strengthen its position in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, new materials, and 6G, creating platforms for international projects and cooperation in advanced sectors," said A. Dzhekshenkulov, adding that the transition to low-carbon development and circular models will create demand for joint projects in energy, electric mobility, and climate adaptation. At the same time, the development of digital infrastructure and e-commerce will expand foreign companies' access to Chinese innovations and the market.
According to the former head of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry, China will make efforts to strengthen multilateral mechanisms, including the Belt and Road Initiative, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, and promote the development of sustainable supply chains. "These steps open up additional opportunities for countries around the world for growth, investment, and technological innovation," he concluded.
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