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A Global Community of Shared Future
 

 

Political party leaders pose for a group photo at the CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-level Meeting in Beijing on December 1, 2017 (XINHUA)

As the term suggests, a global community of shared future means that the future of each and every nation and country is interlocked. We are in the same boat, and we should stick together, share weal and woe, endeavor to build this planet of ours into a single harmonious family, and turn people's longing for a better life into reality. 

Today, the world is changing, as are our development models. Political parties must move with the tide of the times, have a good understanding of the general trends of human progress, meet the common expectations of the people, and closely link their personal development with the development of their country, their nation and humanity. We should aim high and look far, have the courage to take up responsibilities, and shoulder the mission of the times, bearing in mind the interests of both our own countries and the world at large, and both the overall interests and long-term interests. 

We should have a good knowledge of our people's conditions and translate their needs into our Party's guiding thoughts, purposes, and goals, and design concrete and practical implementation plans.


Political party leaders pose for a group photo at the CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-level Meeting in Beijing on December 1, 2017 (XINHUA)

The building of a global community of shared future requires the participation of all peoples. To advance this great cause we should build consensus among people of different nations, with different beliefs and cultures, and from different regions. 

To realize a great dream, it is imperative to draw on the wisdom and strength of all involved. We should try to pool ideas from multiple dimensions, different levels and different perspectives, draw on best practices, explore new ways of thinking, get inspiration, and build momentum. Political parties from different countries should enhance mutual trust, dialogue, and coordination. Building on a new model of international relations, we should explore a new model of party-to-party relations in which political parties seek to expand common ground while reserving differences, and respect and learn from each other. We should build a multiform, multilevel international network for party-to-party exchanges and cooperation. All these will work together and form a mighty force for building a global community of shared future. 

A trail can be blazed only by taking steps; and a cause can be accomplished only by taking actions. Building a global community of shared future is a historic process. It cannot be completed overnight, nor will it be plain sailing. Persistent and arduous efforts are called for. To build such a community, we must make unremitting efforts. We should not give up on our dream because of the complexity of the reality, nor should we stop pursuing our ideals as they seem so far away to reach.  

From the keynote speech at the CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High- level Meeting on December 1, 2017 


Delegates attending the CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-level Meeting visit an exhibition in Beijing on December 1, 2017 (XINHUA)

"In conducting foreign affairs, we should be guided by the thought on foreign affairs of socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era. We must take a holistic approach to the situation both at home and abroad, focus on the goal of rejuvenating the Chinese nation and promoting the progress of humanity, and endeavor to build a global community of shared future."

From the speech at the Central Conference on Foreign Affairs on June 22, 2018  

"We must firmly uphold China’s sovereignty, national security, and development interests, actively participate in reform of the global governance system and steer its course. We should enhance our network of global partnerships, and endeavor to break new ground in pursuing major-country diplomacy with distinctive Chinese features. We hope that with these efforts, we will be able to create a favorable external environment and contribute to the building of a moderately prosperous society in all respects, and, ultimately, a great modern socialist country."

From the speech at the Central Conference on Foreign Affairs on June 22, 2018 

"As a French proverb goes, every man is the architect of his own fate. All countries need to demonstrate a strong commitment to their global responsibilities in the face of daunting global challenges. Indeed, they need to determine a decisive direction for humanity at this juncture. We must take action instead of simply watching as bystanders, and endeavor to shape the future of humanity." 

From the speech at the closing ceremony of the Seminar on Global Governance co-hosted by China and France in Paris on March 26, 2019 

"We should take a new approach towards security and pursue common, comprehensive,cooperative and sustainable security. We must reject the Cold War mentality,the zero-sum game mindset,and the law of the jungle,and promote peace and security through cooperation. We should resolve disputes through peaceful means, oppose the arbitrary use or threat of force, oppose any provocation and escalation of tensions for self-interest,and reject the practice of shifting trouble onto neighbors and seeking gain at the expense of others. All countries should pursue peaceful development in a common endeavor to achieve enduring global peace." 

From the speech at the closing ceremony of the Seminar on Global Governance co-hosted by China and France in Paris on March 26, 2019 


A panel discussion during the CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-level Meeting in Beijing on December 2, 2017 (XINHUA)

"From the Eurasian continent to Africa, the Americas and Oceania, Belt and Road cooperation has opened up new space for global economic growth, produced new platforms for international trade and investment, and offered new ways for improving global economic governance. Indeed, this initiative has helped improve people’s lives in countries involved and created more opportunities for common prosperity."

From the keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation on April 26, 2019 


"An ancient Chinese philosopher observed that 'plants with strong roots grow well, and efforts with the right focus ensure success'. Belt and Road cooperation embraces the historic trend of economic globalization, responds to the call for improving the global governance system, and addresses people’s desire for a better life. As our next step, we should focus on priorities and project execution, move forward with meticulous implementation, and join together to promote high-quality Belt and Road cooperation."

From the keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation on April 26, 2019 

"As a Chinese saying goes, 'The ceaseless inflow of rivers makes the ocean deep.' However, were such inflow to be cut, the ocean, however big, would eventually dry up. We need to facilitate free trade and investment, say no to protectionism, and make economic globalization more open, inclusive, balanced and beneficial to all."

From the keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation on April 26, 2019 

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