Mr. Chair:

I thank Pakistan and the Global Peace Chain for organizing this timely discussion. I also thank all panelists for their valuable insights.

As other colleagues have noted, our world is entering a new period of turbulence and transformation. The international security landscape is becoming increasingly complex, and we have witnessed growing violations of the principles enshrined in the UN Charter.

In this context, I believe that today’s meeting offers a pivotal platform for us to revisit our shared aspirations at the founding of the United Nations, and to forge ahead together in the common interest of international peace and security. Taking this opportunity, I would like to share the following points:

First, we must uphold the purposes and principles of the UN Charter. The Charter establishes the basic norms governing international relations and provides the foundation for international peace and stability. One thing must be made clear: The challenges we face today do not arise because the Charter is outdated, but because its principles have not been fully honored. Those principles, such as sovereign equality, non-interference in internal affairs, and peaceful settlement of disputes, remain essential for today’s world. They constitute the cornerstone of the international order and must be applied consistently, not selectively.

Second, we must remain firmly committed to dialogue and consultation. Security Council Resolution 2788, unanimously adopted during Pakistan’s Presidency in July 2025, reaffirmed our collective will and determination to pursue peaceful settlement of disputes. Durable peace is not forged through power projection or unilateral pressure, but through dialogue and diplomacy. Countries should respect each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, take seriously each other’s legitimate security concerns, and strengthen mutual strategic trust. The international community must invest more in mediation, good offices and preventative diplomacy, and create a conducive environment for dialogue and cooperation.

Third, we must further enable the UN to fulfill its responsibilities. Over the past 80 years, the UN has played a vital role in promoting the peaceful resolution of disputes. In the face of rising tensions and conflicts, the Security Council, as the organ entrusted with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, must act with unity, objectivity and a stronger sense of common responsibility, and it must ensure the effective implementation of the resolutions it has adopted. Member States should support the UN Secretary-General in exercising an enhanced role in conflict resolution, in close coordination and complementarity with the Council.

Fourth, we must support the constructive role of the Global South. Amid profound changes around the world, the Global South represents a stabilizing, constructive, and progressive force. We should support Global South groupings, such as BRICS and Shanghai Cooperation Organization, in fully leveraging their collective wisdom, so as to make greater contributions to the maintenance of international peace and security. The United Nations should also work closely with regional organizations such as the African Union, ASEAN, and the League of Arab States, and support them in playing a leading role in resolving conflicts and tensions in their respective regions.

Mr. Chair,

China will continue to work with the international community to uphold the UN Charter, support the peaceful settlement of disputes, and make greater contributions to international peace and development.

Thank you.