China is no longer a simple producer of low-cost goods made with cheap labour. It’s a technological powerhouse that has lifted hundreds of million people out of poverty. This was made possible by the policy choices of the Chinese authorities in favour of open markets and free trade. However, the world has changed, and the benefits of the economic integration are being re-evaluated as we face emergencies in climate, public health and geopolitics. In this context, we believe that everyone, including China, must exercise more responsibility for security and peace.