China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a prominent global actor with full diplomatic relations with 180 out of 192 United Nations member states. China is a member of numerous international organizations within the UN system, including the UN General Assembly and Security Council, where it holds a permanent seat with veto power. Beyond the UN, China is a member of the African Development Bank, Asian Development Bank, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), and the World Trade Organization (WTO). China also engages with organizations like the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as a dialogue partner.
In pursuing its foreign policy, China states that it aims to preserve its independence and sovereignty, create a favorable international environment for its development, and maintain world peace. To that end, China is committed to settling international disputes by peaceful means. China's involvement in global governance is expanding its international political influence and promoting its economic development. China supports international institutions and agreements aligned with its goals, such as the World Bank and the Paris Agreement on climate change.
