Strengthen Dialogue and Demonstrate Responsibility
- By Song Tao
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The CPC in Dialogue with the World 2016 concluded in Chongqing on October 15. Minister Song Tao of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, delivered a speech at the closing ceremony. The following is an excerpt. [Full text]
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Song Tao, minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee, delivers a speech at the closing ceremony of the CPC in Dialogue with the World 2016 on Oct. 15. |
With the concerted efforts of all sides, the CPC in Dialogue with the World 2016 has successfully completed its agenda and is coming to an end. Here, I would like to summarize the consensus we have reached.
First, we must have a mindset of shared destiny and inter-dependence in innovating global economic governance. With the further deepening of economic globalization, countries already form an inter-dependent community with a shared destiny. Global economic governance will only move in the right direction when countries not only develop themselves but also let others develop, follow their own paths while respecting their choice, and seeking maximization of not only their own interests, but the interests of all.
Second, we must take the initiative to keep pace with the times and be brave enough to be a first-mover in innovating global economic governance. In the face of a sluggish and lackluster global economy, only those who reform, innovate, and change can come out on top. We can only sustain global economic growth and push forward reforms in global economic governance by confronting challenges, orienting ourselves towards problem-solving, gaining momentum from reforms and innovations, and holding on to the "master key" of innovation.
Third, we must champion the spirit of mutual assistance and win-win cooperation in innovating global economic governance. Global economic governance can't be the monopoly of any one country as it touches on so many areas. Countries should strengthen cooperation, seek mutual understanding and trust through dialogues, expand areas of overlapping interests through exchanges and cooperation, consistently promote innovations in global economic governance, and enable the process to benefit all sides.
Fourth, we must walk the walk, and unify theories and practices in innovating global economic governance. Delegates agree that political parties shoulder the responsibility of innovating concepts, promoting reforms, forging consensus, facilitating cooperation, and leading political endeavors. They should set aside their prejudices, refrain from empty talk, encourage innovations in global economic governance, ensure not only governments but all sectors of society fulfill their international duties, and keep turning initiatives on reforming global economic governance into a consensus for actions.
Now I would like to make a few observations on global economic governance.
First, the idea of comprehensive governance should be affirmed. When we say global governance, we often refer to global economic governance. But I believe effective global governance can't be founded on economics alone. We need to consider history and the status quo, domestic and international affairs, and traditional and non-traditional factors. We need to adopt a diverse set of policies in politics, economy and security, implement them in a coordinated fashion, and create a new concept of common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security.
Second, we need to properly handle the relationship between global and regional governance. Many global challenges manifest themselves on a regional level, and meanwhile some regional issues might obstruct global consensus building. Therefore, we can't afford to ignore regional governance, which is why we organized the Dialogue between the CPC and Political Parties of Countries along the Mekong River. Moreover, we need to understand that regional governance represents the route global governance must follow. The "Belt and Road" Initiative proposed by China is not only a pathway of promoting regional integration, but also an endeavor to seek new models of global governance through advancing regional governance. I sincerely hope that you will support and participate in this endeavor.
Third, we should fully recognize the deep influence of culture and civilization on global governance. In today's world, many conflicts and issues can be traced back to differences in thought and behavior. Therefore, regarding innovation in global economic governance, it is necessary to push forward mutual understanding and respect, peaceful coexistence, and harmony among civilizations and let cultural exchanges help resolve differences, consolidate consensus, enhance mutual trust, and deepen cooperation. We shall also draw wisdom from different civilizations to find solutions to issues facing global economic governance.
As host of the Dialogue, we hope we can build it into a better platform.
First, we will build the Dialogue into a window for the world to understand China. China's remarkable achievement has been made under the leadership of the CPC. Therefore, understanding of the CPC is crucial for the understanding of and engagement with China. We will continue using this platform to introduce to the world information about the CPC, to explain the historic background and logic of the CPC's adherence to socialism with Chinese characteristics, and to showcase the open mind and responsibility of China as a responsible major country.
Second, we will build the Dialogue into a platform for political parties to look at the world. There are so many deep-seated problems in the world. The international community shows strong interest in how the CPC looks at the world and the stance and the propositions of political parties on various issues. We hope to widen and deepen cooperation and work hard to build the Dialogue into a high-level platform of dialogues for political parties and organizations of different countries to enhance communication and promote cooperation on key international and regional issues.
Third, we will build the Dialogue into a bridge that facilitates communication and understanding among different cultures. Understanding of cultures and civilizations is a must for the world to understand China and for political parties to look at the world. We hope this Dialogue can encompass more cultural perspectives and entail more communication between civilizations so as to ensure that different civilizations can develop through mutual learning and integration, thus making bigger contribution for the cause of peace and development of mankind.
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