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Liu Jianchao Meets with Siddharth Chatterjee, UN Resident Coordinator in China
2024.07.03 / Source:

Beijing, June 28th—Liu Jianchao, Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee (IDCPC), met here today with Siddharth Chatterjee, United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in China.  


Liu said, this morning witnessed the Conference Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, where President Xi Jinping delivered a significant speech. President Xi Jinping elaborated on the historical contributions and enduring value of these principles and announced eight measures in support of Global South cooperation. The Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence fully embody the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, align with the fundamental interests of people worldwide, and have become not only an essential cornerstone of China's foreign policy, but also key norms governing international relations. These principles continue to hold profound significance in today's world. The Chinese side appreciates the UN's pivotal role in guiding the international community to address various risks and challenges, and will steadfastly support the international system with the UN at its core. China is willing to work with the UN and other parties to uphold true multilateralism and jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind. The IDCPC maintains a sound relationship with the UN system in China and stands ready to continue exchanges and cooperation on topics of common interest and promote the implementation of the three global initiatives.  

Siddharth Chatterjee said, I attentively listened to President Xi Jinping's speech at the Conference Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence. The speech is powerful, sending a strong message on enhancing multilateral cooperation and maintaining world peace and development. Over the years, the UN system in China has maintained close cooperation with the Chinese side in sustainable development, climate change, education and other fields, and has achieved fruitful results. Siddharth Chatterjee expressed the willingness to continue to strengthen exchanges with the Chinese side and help the Chinese side achieve its development goals. The UN system in China is willing to strengthen exchanges and cooperation with the IDCPC.