June 30, 2026, Beijing — China foreign minister Wang Yi met UN secretary-general candidate Maria Fernanda Espinosa, the former UN General Assembly president and ex-Ecuador foreign minister. Wang said Espinosa’s candidacy reflects a commitment to mult

2026-06-30

June 30, 2026, Beijing — China foreign minister Wang Yi met UN secretary-general candidate Maria Fernanda Espinosa, the former UN General Assembly president and ex-Ecuador foreign minister. Wang said Espinosa’s candidacy reflects a commitment to multilateralism and UN core values, and urged the UN to revitalize and strengthen its capacity amid a complex international environment. He reiterated China’s firm support for the UN and said President Xi’s four global initiatives are practical steps to defend multilateralism and help the UN adapt and grow.