Contributing China’s wisdom to improve global governance

On 1 September 2025, the “SCO Plus” meeting was held in Tianjin, China. During the meeting, President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), followed by the release of an official concept paper. The initiative was widely welcomed by the international community, with many countries and organisations expressing support.The GGI is China’s latest contribution to global public goods, following the Global Development Initiative (GDI), Global Security Initiative (GSI), and Global Civilisation Initiative (GCI). It aims to tackle global challenges and enhance the effectiveness of international governance.The initiative is built around five core concepts:Sovereign equality – All countries, regardless of size or wealth, have equal rights to participate in international affairs. A system dominated by a few powers is no longer acceptable.Rule of law – International law should be jointly upheld and applied by all countries without exception.Multilateralism – Global governance requires cooperation, not unilateralism or coercion. It should be inclusive and benefit all nations.People-centred approach – Governance should aim to meet the needs of ordinary people and improve their quality of life worldwide.Action-oriented solutions – Governance must be practical and results-driven, addressing real concerns, particularly in developing countries.China has clarified that the GGI is not intended to replace or overturn the existing international system but rather to reform and strengthen it. The five core concepts are aligned with the UN Charter and reflect the aspirations of most countries. China reaffirms its support for the United Nations as the central platform for multilateralism and urges all countries to engage in reforming the global governance system to meet today’s challenges.The initiative also opposes bloc confrontation. President Xi emphasised that in a complex world, the solution lies in upholding multilateralism and building a community with a shared future for humanity. Decisions on global issues should be made through consultation and joint effort, with shared outcomes for all. Unilateralism must be rejected.A key focus of the GGI is to promote fairness and inclusion, particularly for the Global South. China highlights the underrepresentation of developing nations in current international institutions and calls for redressing historical injustices. Every country, regardless of its status, should have an equal voice and share in the benefits of global governance.In a time of geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, and rising governance deficits, the GGI offers a timely response to global needs. As a permanent member of the UN Security Council and the largest developing country, China has long committed itself to peace, development, and fairness in international affairs.Namibia and China, both key voices in the Global South, share strong support for multilateralism and equitable global governance. Building on their partnership, China is ready to work with Namibia and others to explore new paths for reform, with the shared goal of achieving peace, prosperity, and progress for all.*E. Zhao Weiping is the Chinese Ambassador to Namibia.*

Contributing China’s wisdom to improve global governance

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