Global Governance Initiative (GGI) Proposal

Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) during the SCO plus leaders' summit, advocating for multilateralism.

• Emphasized a vision for a new global security and economic order prioritizing the "Global South".
• The proposal came amidst US President Donald Trump's criticism of India.

Key Principles of GGI

President Xi outlined several core principles for GGI:

• Sovereign Equality
   
  • All countries, irrespective of their size or wealth, should be equal participants in global governance.
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  • Promote democracy and increase the voice of developing countries.
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• International Rule of Law
   
  • Adherence to the UN Charter and international laws without double standards.
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  • Opposition to imposing the house rules of a few countries on others.
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• Practicing Multilateralism
   
  • Strengthen solidarity and oppose unilateralism.
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  • Safeguard the UN's status and authority in global governance.
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Global Collaboration and Justice

• Seek common ground, respect differences, and build consensus.
• Promote fairness, justice, and oppose Cold War mentality and bullying practices.
• Support a multipolar world with equitable global governance.

Context of the Proposal

The proposal coincides with the 80th anniversary of Japan's defeat in the second world war, marked by China with a Victory Day parade. Leaders like Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un attended the event showcasing military hardware.

Conclusion

Xi Jinping encouraged a commitment to SCO's founding mission for a brighter future of a community with a shared destiny for humanity.