China’s “Shared Future” Policy Gains Momentum

Reception in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Global South

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that China’s “shared future” policy is well-received in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Global South, and is a key reason why Malaysia has agreed to participate in the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) grouping.

Spectacular Address by Chinese President Xi Jinping

Speaking at the opening of the 7th China International Import Expo, Anwar described Chinese President Xi Jinping’s address at the recent BRICS conference in Kazan, Russia, as “spectacular”. Xi had called for the building of an international community with a shared future, fending off “forces of discord and protectionism” to uphold global peace and the sharing of experience, expertise, and technologies with the world.

Chinese Success as an Example of Good Governance

Anwar also noted Premier Li Qiang’s attribution of China’s success as an example of good governance, policies, and an attitude that seeks to ensure economic prosperity that benefits the global community. “This is, of course, not an easy remark because it is contrary to the expression of many powerful economies of the world. And that is why I think I would join many of my colleagues in commending China and its leadership for this departure from very obscure, condescending, and unfair trading practices,” he said.

Malaysia’s Asean Chairmanship and Regional Cooperation

On Malaysia taking over the Asean chairmanship next year, Anwar said the nation aims to enhance regional cooperation under an inclusive rules-based regional framework. “In this vein, we would like to reciprocate the forward-looking, shared future principle promoted by China so that when we organise the Asean-GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) summit, we would also include what is called Asean plus GCC plus China summit,” he said. The summit is expected to be held in May next year.

Asean’s Potential for Inclusive Socio-Economic Growth

As the world’s fifth-largest economy, Anwar said Asean also had the potential of driving inclusive socio-economic growth that paves the way for an unprecedented era of sustainable and shared prosperity. “We are leaving no stone unturned, as you have seen here in China, in promoting good governance and combating corruption, as well as implementing socio-economic and industrial reform agendas. We continue to be inspired, Premier Li Qiang, by your extraordinary success in battling poverty, which clearly signifies a major achievement in social reengineering,” he said.

Conclusion

In conclusion, China’s “shared future” policy has gained significant traction in various regions, and Malaysia’s participation in BRICS is a testament to its commitment to this vision. As Asean takes on the chairmanship next year, Malaysia aims to enhance regional cooperation and promote inclusive socio-economic growth, with China’s support and guidance.

FAQs

Q: What is China’s “shared future” policy?
A: China’s “shared future” policy is a vision for building an international community with a shared future, fending off “forces of discord and protectionism” to uphold global peace and the sharing of experience, expertise, and technologies with the world.

Q: Why has Malaysia agreed to participate in BRICS?
A: Malaysia has agreed to participate in BRICS because of China’s “shared future” policy, which is well-received in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Global South.

Q: What is Malaysia’s plan for Asean chairmanship?
A: Malaysia aims to enhance regional cooperation under an inclusive rules-based regional framework and will organize the Asean-GCC summit, which will also include Asean plus GCC plus China summit, in May next year.