Global Governance Forum releases vision document calling for enhancing the voice and representation of countries in the Global South

China News Service, Xiongan, Hebei, October 25 (Reporter Zeng Yue and Zhou Xin) The reporter learned from the closing press conference of the 2026 Global Governance Forum (Xiongan) held by the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs in Hebei Xiongan New District on the 25th that the "Forum Vision Document" was released. The document points out that it is necessary to support countries in the Global South to participate more deeply in the formulation of international rules, agenda setting and decision-making processes, and to enhance the voice and representation of countries in the Global South in international affairs.

The document features representatives from the strategic, political, academic, and business circles from 97 countries and international organizations. The document states that we welcome China’s establishment of a “Global Governance Research Center” and believe that this will provide strong intellectual support for reforming and improving global governance. Promoting the transformation of global governance initiatives into global joint actions is the aspiration of the people and the general trend.

The document stated that adhering to multilateralism is the only feasible way to effectively deal with the global governance deficit. It is necessary to support the countries of the Global South to participate more deeply in the formulation of international rules, agenda setting and decision-making processes, and to enhance the voice and representation of the countries of the Global South in international affairs.

The document proposes that in the face of rising trade protectionism and profound adjustments to global supply chains, all parties should be committed to maintaining the authority and effectiveness of the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization as its core.

The document believes that the role of the United Nations as a core platform in global governance in the field of artificial intelligence should be brought into play to ensure equal and effective participation of all countries. Build an open source ecosystem in a responsible manner, promote the sharing of artificial intelligence research results and technical experience, and improve the accessibility of artificial intelligence technology and services. It is necessary to attach great importance to and actively resolve various technical, ethical and other risks that artificial intelligence may cause, prevent abuse and misuse, and keep artificial intelligence under human control so that the horse of artificial intelligence can run both fast and stable.

The document points out that outer space governance must always abide by international law, adhere to the peaceful use of outer space, oppose arms races and weaponization in outer space, and jointly maintain outer space security.

The document states that cognitive rupture and lack of trust are one of the root causes of global governance's deep predicament. We should continue to deepen people-to-people and cultural exchanges through multiple channels, promote mutual trust in governance, consolidate the foundation of governance through civilized dialogue, promote global governance from "elite agreement" to "social co-construction", from "forum dialogue" to "long-term cooperation network", and effectively transform the results of dialogue into governance actions.