International analysts say China is asserting its ability to play an effective role in establishing regional peace and cooperation. As the world's second-largest economy with an independent foreign policy, Beijing can mediate disputes, promote dialogue, and build consensus among stakeholders.
In recent years, China has proactively proposed initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the Global Security Initiative (GSI), and the Global Development Initiative (GDI) to create multilateral cooperation frameworks. Experts emphasize that if China maintains a neutral stance and respects national sovereignty, it can serve as a bridge for peace talks in hotspots such as the South China Sea, the Korean Peninsula, and the Middle East.
Speaking to media, scholars in Singapore and Malaysia praised Beijing's efforts to promote economic cooperation and non-traditional security. However, they noted that the effectiveness of this role depends on how China balances national interests with the common interests of the international community, as well as its ability to maintain transparency and adhere to international law.
As U.S.-China strategic competition intensifies, China's demonstration of responsibility and capacity for regional peacebuilding will be a key factor shaping the global order in the coming decade.
