Opening Remarks

1. In today's China, we are forging ahead at full speed in building a great country, our national rejuvenation is unstoppable, and our country's international influence is rising steadily.

2. As the world’s most important force for peace, for stability and for justice, we have full confidence in the future of humanity.

3. China stands ready to work with all like-minded countries to pursue the noble goal of building a community with a shared future for humanity, and write new chapters of peace, development and win-win cooperation for our times.

 

Head-of-state Diplomacy

1. Over the past year, extensive head-of-state diplomacy has pioneered new practices of dialogue and coordination between major countries, built up the new momentum of good neighborliness and friendship, gathered new impetus for the great unity of the Global South, and sounded a new, powerful call for safeguarding peace and justice, which was captured in a number of historic moments.

2. Under the guidance and stewardship of President Xi Jinping, China's diplomacy provides the most-needed stability and certainty to a world in turmoil and serves as an irreplaceable mainstay amid global turbulence.

3. The series of important initiatives and propositions put forward by President Xi Jinping demonstrate exceptional strategic foresight and broad global vision. They point out the right way forward for the changes in the world unseen in a century.

4. Head-of-state diplomacy is bound to further advance China's relations with the world in a positive direction, open up new space for building a community with a shared future for humanity, and enable the Chinese nation to make new contributions to world peace and development.

 

China-Russia Relations

1. China-Russia relationship has stood rock-solid against all odds.

2. The China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era embodies the essence of a new type of international relations. It represents the direction of a new type of major-country relations.

3. China and Russia are strategically independent, share a high degree of political mutual trust and act in close coordination.

4. Working back-to-back lies at the heart of the China-Russia relationship. And the strong strategic resilience enables it to defy any external instigation or pressure.

5. Eighty years ago, China and Russia together contributed to the building of the postwar order. Today, 80 years on, China and Russia together will add momentum to the advent of a multipolar world.

 

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting

1. China's commitment to growing together with the Asia Pacific is unwavering, and China will translate the goal of building an Asia Pacific community into action and turn its blueprint into reality.

2. APEC Shenzhen will focus on the three priorities of openness, innovation and cooperation, and, once again, chart the course and rally strengths for Asia Pacific cooperation at the crossroads.

3. China is ready to promote a restart from APEC Shenzhen toward the goal of an Asia Pacific community.

 

Situation in Iran

1. This is a war that should not have happened—it is a war that does no one any good.

2. Force provides no solution and armed conflicts will only increase hatred and breed new crises.

3. To correctly and properly handle the issues relating to Iran and the Middle East, five fundamental principles must be observed: respecting national sovereignty, rejecting the abuse of force, noninterference in internal affairs, promoting political settlement, and major countries playing a constructive role.

4. The sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Iran and all countries in the Gulf region should be respected and must not be violated.

5. Might does not make right. Civilians should not be victimized.

6. The people in the Middle East are the true master of this region. Middle Eastern affairs should be determined by regional countries independently. Plotting color revolution or seeking regime change will find no popular support.

7. An ancient Chinese adage reads, when benevolence and justice are not practiced, the position of strength shifts. Major countries should act in the spirit of justice and righteousness, and contribute more positive energy to peace and development of the Middle East.

8. We need to restore order to the Middle East, restore tranquility to the people, and restore peace to the world.

 

Global Governance Initiative

1. The Global Governance Initiative (GGI) could not be more timely. It meets the common expectations of the international community and reflects the shared aspirations of people from all countries.

2. The leading status of the U.N. must be upheld, not challenged; the central role of the U.N. must be strengthened, not weakened.

3. Without the U.N., the world would only be worse.

4. Creating parallel structures outside the U.N. or, worse still, putting together various exclusive blocs and circles is unpopular and unsustainable.

5. China is a founding member of the U.N. and a staunch defender of its cause.

6. China calls on more countries to participate in and support the GGI, and to work together to revitalize the U.N., defend the U.N. and make the U.N. stronger.

 

China-U.S. Relations

1. Neither China nor the United States can remodel the other, but we can choose how we want to engage.

2. China and the United States should commit to a spirit of mutual respect, hold the bottom line of peaceful coexistence, and strive for the prospect of win-win cooperation.

3. The presidents of the two countries have provided important strategic safeguard for the China-U.S. relationship to improve and move forward, and they have brought the relationship back on an even keel after the ups and downs.

4. The agenda of high-level exchanges is already on the table. What the two sides need to do now is to create a suitable environment, manage the differences that do exist, and remove unnecessary disruptions.

5. When the two sides treat each other with sincerity and good faith, we will be able to lengthen the list of cooperation, shorten the list of problems, produce results that are satisfactory to both peoples, and achieve consensus that is welcomed by the whole world.

6. The year 2026 can be a landmark year of sound, steady and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations.

 

Neighborhood Diplomacy

1. Neighbors helping neighbors and building an amicable neighborhood is part of Chinese tradition and culture.

2. The underlying character of good-neighborliness and friendship remains unchanged, and the prevailing trend of win-win cooperation remains unchanged.

3. China is always an anchor for regional security, an engine for development and prosperity, and a champion of the shared values of Asian countries.

 Serving the People

1. Serving the people is the abiding mission of the diplomatic work of  the People's Republic of China, and strengthening the system of safety protection for Chinese nationals and interests overseas is the unremitting pursuit of the Chinese foreign service in the new era.

2. Where there is the Chinese flag flying, there are Chinese diplomats on duty; Where there is want or need from Chinese compatriots, there is heart-warming care of the Party and the government.

3. While you may be facing a world of chaos and turbulence, you have behind you a motherland as firm as a rock.

 

 Global South

1. The collective rise of the Global South is the distinct hallmark of the great transformation unfolding in the world.

2. The Global South is an emerging, positive force for good on the international stage, and should speak up for peace and empower development.

3. Multilateralism is vital for Global South countries. We must always ensure that world affairs are discussed and handled by all nations, and international rules formulated by all countries.

4. China's heart is with the Global South; China's root is in the Global South.

 

China-EU Relations

1. China-Europe relations draw stability from shared interests and certainty from mutually beneficial partnerships.

2. For China-Europe relations to stay steady and sound, it is crucial for Europe to have a correct perception of China.

3. Interdependence is not a risk; intertwined interests are not threats; openness and cooperation will not harm economic security; but building walls and barriers will only lead to self-isolation.

4. We are glad to see European friends stepping out of the "small attic" of protectionism and walking into the "fitness club" of the Chinese market to build their strength and competitiveness.

 

Palestine Issue

1. The situation in Gaza tests the very foundation of international justice.

2. There is only one equitable and widely-recognized solution to the Palestinian question, which is the two-State solution. Any other arrangements or new mechanisms must reinforce—rather than undermine—the two-State solution.

3. Turmoil and war need not be the fate of the Palestinian people. They have a legitimate right to be free from war and to enjoy peace and development.

4. China will facilitate international efforts to restore justice to the Palestinian people.

 

World Multipolarization 

1. Diversity is the inherent nature of human society, and multipolarity is what the international landscape should look like.

2. China will never take the beaten path of seeking hegemony as its strength grows, nor do we subscribe to the logic that the world can be run by major countries. China is committed to pursuing a path of peaceful development.

3.  As for how the international landscape should evolve, China's proposal is to build an equal and orderly multipolar world.

4. With more resources and capabilities, major countries should be more generous, shoulder more responsibilities, and set an example of observing rules, honoring commitments and upholding international law.

 

China-Latin America Relations

1. The resources of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) belong to the people there, the path of LAC countries should be chosen by their people, and the choice of friends is a decision for LAC countries alone.

2. China-LAC cooperation is about the mutual help and support between Global South countries. China always respects the people of LAC countries and commits to equal treatment and mutual benefit with LAC countries.

3. Cooperation between China and LAC countries does not target any third party and should not be subject to interference by any third party.

 

Serving the Chinese Modernization 

1. The 15th Five-Year Plan offers a new blueprint for China’s development and a new vision of win-win cooperation with the rest of the world.

2. We will continue to be an enabler of high-standard opening up, expand the fast track for people-to-people exchanges, and open new windows of connectivity.

3. China will both make it more convenient and comfortable for foreigners to travel and live in China, and make it safer and smoother for Chinese citizens to travel abroad.

 

China-Africa Relations 

1. For many years, China's foreign minister has kicked off the year with a visit to Africa, a tradition that has been honored rain or shine. This consistency reflects the spirit and commitment of China's diplomacy.

2. The China-Africa friendship has been passed down from generation to generation--forged heart to heart, and built with sweat and blood.

3. We are removing tariffs completely to boost trade, multiply benefits for the people, and help Africa access the enormous opportunities of the Chinese market.

 

 Universally Beneficial and Inclusive Economic Globalization

1. Erecting tariff barriers and pushing economic and technological decoupling is no different from using kindling to put out a fire—you will only get burned.

2. The goal of promoting an economic globalization that is universally beneficial and inclusive is to make the pie of economic globalization bigger and, more importantly, divide it more fairly. The principle is to leave no country behind, and halt the widening wealth gap.

3. A country's greatness lies in serving the greater good. China will not only act as "the world's factory" but also "the world's market."

 

China-Japan Relations

1. The future of China-Japan relations hinges on Japan's choice.

2. Since Taiwan affairs are purely China's internal affairs, why is Japan entitled to invoke self-defense?

3. The Tokyo Trials, a litmus test of humanity's conscience, delivered historical justice.

4. We hope the Japanese people will keep their eyes wide open and never allow anyone foolish enough to tread the same disastrous path today.

5. A strong China with 1.4 billion people will never allow anyone to justify colonialism or reverse history's verdict on aggression.

 

the South China Sea Issue

1. Peace, cooperation and friendship should be the new narrative of the South China Sea. Making waves wins no hearts and fomenting trouble finds no takers.

2. Consultation on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea (COC) has reached crunch time. Together with the parties, China has the confidence and the resolve to provide the practical and effective golden rules as soon as possible.

3. We also hope that the Philippines will resist the pull of self-interest and fulfill its responsibility.

 

China-India Relations

1. The China-India relationship was further improved at the meeting in Tianjin.

2. Mutual trust and cooperation is beneficial to the development of China and India, while division and confrontation is detrimental to the rejuvenation of Asia.

3. China and India must maintain the correct strategic perception, uphold good-neighborliness and friendship, and focus on development, which is the biggest common denominator of the two countries, make BRICS cooperation more substantive and bring new hope to the Global South.

 

Taiwan Question

1. Taiwan has been an integral part of China since ancient times. It never was, is not, and never will be a country.

2. The more the international community stands against "Taiwan independence" and upholds the one-China principle, the more assured peace and stability will be across the Taiwan Strait.

3. Taiwan was recovered by China over 80 years ago, and we will never allow any individual or force to separate it from China again.

4. The one-China principle has overwhelming support in the international community. Opposing "Taiwan independence" and promoting China's reunification is the trend of the times, and meets the expectation of the international community.

5. Resolving the Taiwan question and realizing the complete reunification of our motherland is a historic process that cannot be stopped. Those who support it are on the right side of history; those who defy it shall perish.

 

 a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind

1. Throughout history, even in the darkest times, there have always been those who never stopped chasing ideals and light.

2. Humanity's enemies are not each other—they are war, poverty, hunger, and injustice. One cannot defeat them by fighting alone or looking after only oneself.

3. Alone, one is helpless; united, we can have great strength.

4. The vision of building a community with a shared future for humanity is like a beacon lighting the way forward for humanity.

5. The Chinese have always had a noble tradition of acting for the common good and pursuing harmony for all.

6. Building a community with a shared future for humanity is both a beautiful vision and a historic process. It requires the united efforts of many generations.

Source: Office of the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs  Editor: Liu Jiadi