In turbulent Trump times, China frames itself as defender of world stability

In turbulent Trump times, China frames itself as defender of world stability

[South China Morning Post] - 03/7/2025

In his annual press conference, Chinese foreign minister presents his country as a force of certainty and a champion of the Global South.



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