China seeks practical global governance solutions at forum next week

China is preparing to host the Global Governance Forum next week, an event intended to advance its vision for a reformed and more equitable global governance system. The forum, scheduled for October 23 to 25 in Xiongan New Area, Hebei province, will focus on rebuilding trust and confidence. Wu Ken, president of the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs, stated that the forum aims to identify specific, effective, and attainable solutions for international challenges. Approximately 180 foreign guests, including experts and academics from fields such as climate change, AI, and trade, are expected, alongside over 200 Chinese participants. Introduced by President Xi Jinping, the Global Governance Initiative reflects Beijing's view that the current international system is deficient, particularly in its observance of the UN Charter and representation of the Global South.