Global Development Initiative

Chinese Perspectives

• We believe that humankind today lives in a global village, and real development can be achieved only when all countries achieve development. Luo Zhaohui, chairman of the China International Development Cooperation Agency
• China made clear its plan to adhere to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence as a leading fixture of its foreign policy back in 1953. Beijing has proposed two more major initiatives over the past two years: the Global Development Initiative and the Global Security Initiative. Prof. Wang Yiwei, Renmin University of China

• China's well-being assistance crucial for many It is to be hoped that the major developed countries will realize how important inclusive development is for the building of a better future for all, and they will join hands with China to advance the development of a community with a shared future for humanity.
• Strengthen alignment for regional development As the world's largest free trade agreement, the RCEP has structurally deepened regional economic integration through institutionalized trade and investment facilitation and regulatory coordination. Meanwhile, institutional innovations in bilateral investment, including the RCEP's negative list approach and efficient dispute resolution mechanism, have markedly boosted regional investment activity.
• Upholding ideals and purpose of UN vital to realizing community with a shared future In a world fraught with volatility, every nation shares the responsibility of upholding common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security and development.