During the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu emphasized the importance of the G20 adhering to its original mission of promoting international economic cooperation. He urged the improvement of the mechanism for macroeconomic policy cooperation, prioritization of development issues, and collaboration for advancing global economic governance reform.
Ma stressed the significance of true multilateralism within the G20, advocating for support to the United Nations (UN) and its security council to play a key role in addressing global challenges. He highlighted China’s commitment to the vision of common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security through the China-proposed Global Security Initiative.
Addressing the critical situation in Gaza, Ma emphasized the need for the UN Security Council to fulfill its responsibilities outlined in the UN Charter. He called for immediate action to promote a cease-fire and alleviate the humanitarian crisis. China further advocated for the convening of a larger, more authoritative, and effective international peace conference to work towards lasting stability in the Middle East.
During the meeting, Ma elaborated on China’s position regarding the situation in the Red Sea and the Ukraine crisis. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reiterated that the G20 is primarily a forum for international economic cooperation, not a platform for resolving geopolitical and security issues. Emphasizing this consensus within the G20, Mao expressed the hope that the foreign ministers’ meeting would enhance solidarity and cooperation, contributing to global economic growth and development.