China expects emerging markets, developing countries to become "pacesetters" in global governance: FM

BEIJING, March 7 (Xinhua) -- China looks forward to seeing emerging markets and developing countries turning from "followers" to "forerunners" and even "pacesetters" in the race of global governance, State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Monday.

BRICS countries play a pivotal role in promoting global governance, Wang said at a press conference.

China will host the BRICS summit this year, and organize more than 160 activities, Wang said, adding that the country will deepen cooperation with BRICS countries to send hopes and confidence to global fight against COVID-19 and world economic recovery.

China will take the "BRICS Plus" cooperation as an opportunity to strengthen strategic coordination among emerging markets and developing countries, and contribute to the building of global development partnerships, Wang said.

BRICS groups Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.