By Gabriel Ameh
ABUJA | Media360Impact Report
Chinese President Xi Jinping has outlined four principles for resolving conflicts in Africa, stressing that African countries must take the lead in finding lasting solutions to the continent’s security challenges.
Xi made the remarks on Tuesday during a meeting with Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of Togo’s Council of Ministers, who was on an official visit to China.
According to Xi, efforts to address conflicts in Africa should be guided by African leadership, fairness and justice, the cessation of hostilities, and solutions that tackle both immediate threats and the root causes of insecurity.
He said African people are the true masters of their continent and should play a central role in decisions affecting regional affairs. He described an Africa-led approach as essential to resolving the continent’s challenges.
Xi also called on all parties involved in conflict resolution to uphold fairness and justice by respecting the United Nations Charter, as well as the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the countries concerned.
On ending hostilities, the Chinese president said wars and unilateral sanctions cannot fundamentally resolve disputes between countries. He advocated mutual respect, broad consultations, a search for common ground and a willingness to accommodate differences.
He further stressed the need to address both the immediate and underlying causes of conflicts. According to Xi, efforts should combine urgent security measures with long-term development plans to achieve lasting peace and stability.
His proposals place emphasis on African ownership of peace processes, diplomatic engagement and development as key elements in addressing the continent’s hotspots.
Source: Meeting remarks by Chinese President Xi Jinping, as provided in the source material.
