Wang Yi Meets UN Secretary-General Candidate Bachelet

On June 4, 2026, Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met in Beijing with the candidate for next UN SecretaryGeneral, former Chilean President Bachelet. Bachelet said that the United Nations remains an important platform for countries to jointly address global challenges, and that in the current complex international situation, multilateralism needs to be strengthened even more. She also expressed support for the One China policy and said she hopes to work with China and the international community to uphold the role of the United Nations, advance UN reform, and better coordinate work on peace, development, and human rights. Wang Yi said that China has always supported the cause of the United Nations and is willing to work with all parties to uphold and strengthen the role of the United Nations and promote reform to enhance its capacity for action. Wang Yi stressed that the choice of the next SecretaryGeneral is related to the future direction of the United Nations' development, and that China will participate in the relevant election with a responsible and constructive attitude, supporting the United Nations in regaining its authority and vitality.