At a press conference during the ongoing “Two Sessions” in Beijing, Wang was asked about China’s role in the world on the diplomatic front.
“China’s diplomacy will stand firm on the right side of history and on the side of human progress. We will provide certainty to this uncertain world. We will be a staunch force defending our national interests,” he said.
On Global South, Wang said Beijing will continue to expand global partnerships and “write a new chapter of the Global South seeking strength through unity”.
He said the Global South, which accounts for more than 40 percent of the world’s GDP, should strengthen themselves and strive for development.
As China and the European Union marks 50 years of diplomatic relations this year, Wang said Beijing is still confident that Europe can be its trusted trading partner despite tensions.
“The two sides have the capacity and wisdom to properly resolve pending issues through friendly consultation and jointly usher in another promising 50 years,” he said.
Meanwhile, Wang accused the Philippines of creating frictions in the South China Sea.
He said trust and rules are needed to help bring lasting peace and security in the South China Sea.
On Taiwan, the foreign minister said the island is an inalienable part of China and any attempts to seek “Taiwan independence” are doomed to fail.
“Taiwan has never been a country and will never be a country in the future,” Wang said, adding that China will realise complete reunification.
