New york: Durable peace is not forged through power projection or unilateral pressure, but through dialogue and diplomacy, said Sun Lei, charge d’affaires of China’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, on Friday. Addressing the High-Level Discussion on the UN Charter at 80: Reimagining Conflict Prevention and Resolution, Sun emphasized the increasing complexity of the international security landscape and the growing violations of the principles enshrined in the UN Charter.

According to Namibia Press Agency, Sun highlighted the importance of the UN Charter’s purposes and principles, which establish the basic norms governing international relations and provide a foundation for international peace and stability. He clarified that current challenges arise not because the Charter is outdated, but because its principles have not been fully honored. Sun emphasized that principles such as sovereign equality, non-interference in internal affairs, and the peaceful settlement of disputes remain crucial, constituting the cornerstone of the international order.

Sun stressed the necessity of commitment to dialogue and consultation, urging countries to respect each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, take seriously each other’s legitimate security concerns, and strengthen mutual strategic trust. He called on the international community to invest more in mediation, good offices, and preventative diplomacy, creating a conducive environment for dialogue and cooperation.

Additionally, Sun urged efforts to further enable the United Nations to fulfill its responsibilities, emphasizing that the UN Security Council must act with unity and objectivity while ensuring effective resolution implementation. He also encouraged support for the UN secretary-general’s enhanced role in conflict resolution.

Sun further highlighted the constructive role of the Global South, calling for support of mechanisms such as BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, alongside closer cooperation with regional organizations including the African Union, ASEAN, and the League of Arab States. “China will continue to work with the international community to uphold the UN Charter, support the peaceful settlement of disputes, and make greater contributions to international peace and development,” he concluded.