BEIJING — In a pivotal call to action, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged African nations to join China in advocating for a multipolar world that eschews unilateral hegemony and protectionism. This statement was made in an article released by Chinese diplomacy, setting the stage for the upcoming Forum on China-Africa Cooperation scheduled for this week.
According to Burkina Information Agency, despite the shifting dynamics on the international stage, the core mission of China and Africa to promote global fairness and justice remains steadfast. Wang highlighted the economic ties underpinning this partnership, noting that trade between China and the African continent had surged to $282.1 billion in 2023. Furthermore, Chinese investments in Africa had accumulated to over $440 billion by the end of last year, underscoring a deep, multifaceted economic relationship.
The Chinese Foreign Minister’s remarks resonate as a strategic vision for Africa and China to work collaboratively towards reshaping global power structures, advocating a collective stand against practices that could undermine a balanced and just international order.