Will China join the Gaza Peace Council established by Trump?
As of now, China has received an invitation but has not yet made a decision on whether to join, nor has it provided a clear timetable.
China's response to Trump's invitation: On January 20th, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry confirmed at a regular press conference that China had received the U.S. invitation. This is the most authoritative official information so far, but the spokesperson did not reveal whether China would accept the invitation or any details about the research being conducted.
The initial structure of the committee is chaired by Trump, and it is lifelong. Of the seven members of the founding executive committee, six are Americans, including Trump's son-in-law Kushner. Trump once stated that the committee "may" replace the United Nations. Its unilaterally dominated nature has been viewed by some as an attempt to establish an international organization that is alternative or parallel to the United Nations. Countries such as France have already expressed their refusal to join.
Whether China will join depends on a careful assessment of the nature and fairness of the organization, its relationship with the United Nations system, practical effectiveness, and regional acceptance before making a decision.
In summary, whether China joins depends on a comprehensive evaluation of the organization's purpose, rules, and its impact on the international system. A clear timetable will not be given in the short term.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1854924315873292/
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