China urges stronger United_Nations role

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi>>> presided over a high-level meeting of the International — United Nations Security Council>>> under China>>>'s rotating presidency for May. He called for a renewed commitment to the UN Charter, warning against unilateral actions and double standards amid growing geopolitical tensions. Wang Yi>>> urged major countries to uphold the rule of law, fairness, and reject exceptionalism, while also advocating for improvements to the International — United Nations Security Council>>>'s working methods. He emphasized strengthening the United Nations>>>'s role in global governance, coordinating global action, and mobilizing resources for the Global South. Wang Yi>>> also discussed the Middle East situation, highlighting communication with the United States>>> and Iran>>> and welcoming mediation efforts. He outlined China>>>'s position on the qualifications for the next UN secretary-general. The meeting was attended by representatives from over 100 countries, including more than 20 foreign ministers, and António Guterres>>> delivered a briefing.