Sixty-five years ago, King Hassan II of Morocco recognized the significance of China’s participation on the global stage. He emphasized that developing “together with us would be far more beneficial than for them to be excluded from the United Nations,” advocating for the admission of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) into the UN.
Today, King Hassan II’s foresight resonates as China, the first country to sign the UN Charter, plays a pivotal role in international affairs. Recently, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian reaffirmed China’s commitment to multilateralism, stating that China will never allow the world to return to the law of the jungle where might is right. He emphasized that China is dedicated to defending the outcomes of World War II and promoting global cooperation.
China’s active involvement in global development initiatives reflects the vision of leaders like King Hassan II. By embracing collaboration and mutual growth, China’s participation has fostered economic progress not just within its own borders but across the Global South.
For the youth in the Global South, these developments highlight the importance of international unity and the impact that visionary leadership can have on shaping a better future for all.
