In his view, China’s presence in the group gives some economic power, as it is one of the major investors in the South. Regarding the diversity of its members, the Cuban diplomat recalled that there are “rich countries, rich economies, and also poor economies. “G-77 plus China has been alive and united for 60 years; the group is important because it is a forum to negotiate with the United Nations. Its main objective is to support each other and prioritize its position in the United Nations,” he stressed. The main theme of the G-77 plus China Summit in Cuba will be “Current Development Challenges: Role of Science, Technology and Innovation.”jg/iff/jha/nmr

Source: Ethiopian News September 08, 2023 13:27 UTC