China expected to play greater role globally

Analysts forecast nation will contribute more to a peaceful, sustainable world

The upcoming 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China will chart the course for the country's development over the next five years and beyond, and international experts anticipate China will play a bigger role in global sustainability and peace efforts.

"The key theme of the international policy… would be a responsible great power," said Kitti Prasirtsuk, professor of international relations at Thailand's Thammasat University.

Besides addressing domestic issues like the COVID-19 pandemic and rural development, Kitti said he expects China will try to generate more positive outcomes as it enhances international cooperation in such areas as the Belt and Road Initiative and the environment.