The "Group of Friends of Global Governance" calls on all parties to abide by the international rule of law

Xinhua News Agency, United Nations, October 7th. Sun Lei, Deputy Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations, made a joint speech on the 7th on behalf of the "Group of Friends of Global Governance" under the topic of "Domestic and International Rule of Law" in the Sixth Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, calling on all parties to defend the authority of the United Nations Charter and abide by the international rule of law.

The joint statement pointed out that at present, the international situation is intertwined with chaos, regional conflicts are emerging one after another, unilateralism and power politics are rampant, global competition is intensifying and escalating, international rule of law has been severely impacted, and human peace and security are facing severe challenges.

The joint statement emphasized that the foundation of enforcing international rule of law lies in adhering to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. All parties must safeguard the authority and seriousness of international law and jointly safeguard the international order based on international law. The principle of sovereignty is the cornerstone of modern international relations, and the sovereignty and dignity of all countries must be respected. Ensuring the equal and uniform application of international rules is an inevitable requirement for pursuing sovereign equality. All countries enjoy equal rights and obligations under international law and resolutely oppose double standards and selective application. Countries should avoid taking unilateral economic, financial or trade measures that are inconsistent with international law and charters and hinder economic and social development.

The joint statement pointed out that all countries have the right to independently choose the method of dispute settlement. The "Group of Friends of Global Governance" called for the peaceful resolution of disputes, including borders, in accordance with the provisions of the Charter, and opposed the use or threat of use of force in international relations.

The joint speech also pointed out that at present, a new round of scientific and technological revolution is accelerating and the boundaries of human exploration are constantly expanding, which urgently requires the participation and guidance of the international rule of law. All parties should strengthen global governance in emerging fields such as cyber, outer space, deep sea, polar regions, and artificial intelligence to ensure that relevant fields become an increase in cooperation among all parties, rather than a battlefield for mutual competition. The "Group of Friends of Global Governance" is willing to work with all parties to jointly safeguard the international system with the United Nations at its core, the international order based on international law, and the basic norms of international relations based on the purposes and principles of the Charter, and work together to promote domestic and international rule of law, achieve fairness and justice, and build a better world.