Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi participated in the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, where he called for respect for international law, People’s Daily Online reports.
“With our expanded membership, we have ushered in a new era of collective self-reliance for the Global South. The influence and appeal of BRICS have continually increased, and we have stood at the forefront, succeeding through mutual support and unity, even in challenging times. The BRICS brand is shining brighter, and our voice is more powerful,” he noted.
He said the politicisation and excessive securitisation of economic issues was rampant, with unilateral sanctions and technological barriers on the rise.
He called for upholding multilateralism, leading efforts to maintain the UN-centered international system, and firmly opposing actions that undermine international order and violate international rules.
On security issues, Wang emphasised that dialogue and consultation must not be abandoned, no matter how complex the situation.
Regarding the Palestine-Israel conflict, Wang called for an immediate, comprehensive, and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza, alleviation of the humanitarian crisis, and prevention of the conflict from spreading. He also supported Palestine’s full UN membership and the restart of the “two-state solution” to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East.
Regarding the ongoing Ukraine crisis, China supports the timely convening of peace talks acceptable to both Russia and Ukraine, with equal participation and fair discussion of all peace proposals, Wang noted.
BRICS should maintain independence and objectivity, promote the international community’s consensus on peace, and oppose the instigation of a “new Cold War” under any pretext, he said.
Wang also suggested fully leveraging the resources and market advantages of the “Big BRICS,” strengthening financial and trade cooperation, ensuring energy and food security, driving innovation cooperation, and acting as a bridge for cultural exchanges.
