Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Advocates for Multipolar Equality in Global Affairs at National People's Congress Press Conference

On March 7, 2024, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, held a press conference during the second session of the 14th National People's Congress at the Media Center. Responding to questions from both domestic and international journalists, Wang discussed China's foreign policy and external relations. Here are some highlights:

-An equal multipolar world means equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal rules for every nation.

-Certain or a few powers should not monopolize international affairs.

-Countries should not be categorized according to their strength.

-Those with the bigger fist should not have the final say.

-And it is definitely unacceptable that certain countries must be at the table while some others can only be on the menu.

-We must ensure that all countries, regardless of their size and strength, are able to take part in decision-making, enjoy their rights, and play their role as equals in the process toward a multipolar world.

-China always believes that there is only one system in the world, i.e. the international system with the U.N. at its core;

-There is only one order, i.e. the international order underpinned by international law;

-There is only one set of rules, i.e. the basic norms of international relations based on the purposes and principles of the U.N. Charter.

-No country should do whatever suits it or reinvent the wheel.