CNThe article discusses the 13th Baku Global Forum, which took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from March 11 to 14, 2026, amid heightened global tensions. The forum's theme was 'Bridging Divides in a Transforming World,' and it occurred during a period of significant geopolitical instability, including conflicts between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, as well as ongoing tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war and Middle Eastern affairs. Attendees included high-level political figures, UN officials, and think tank experts, but the atmosphere was marked by uncertainty due to the proximity of armed conflict. The author, a Chinese scholar involved in Track II diplomacy, reflects on the challenges of organizing such a forum amidst global disorder and highlights the international community's interest in multilateral cooperation and China's role in shaping global governance.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the global situation as one where multilateralism is urgently needed, emphasizing the international community's 'longing' for it and placing China in a central role as a potential leader in global governance. While not overtly partisan, the emphasis on China's influence and the de
