China: The World is “Regressing to The Law of the Jungle”
On January 16, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed 18 newly accredited foreign ambassadors in Beijing, delivering a pointed message amid rising global tensions. He warned that division, confrontation, and zero-sum games lead nowhere, cautioning against any return to the “law of the jungle” — a clear reference to power-based domination and bullying in international relations.
Xi emphasized that global solidarity and cooperation represent the only viable path forward in a world facing accelerating changes, turbulence, and prominent challenges. The remarks, reported widely by Chinese state media and international outlets, appear timed against the backdrop of escalating US-Iran frictions, broader geopolitical rivalries, and perceived unilateral actions by major powers.
The statement aligns with China’s long-standing push for multilateralism and a community with a shared future for mankind, contrasting sharply with perceptions of Western hegemony. Reactions on platforms like X range from praise for China’s advocacy of “humanity” to sharp accusations of hypocrisy, highlighting deepening global polarization.
