The Global South Modernization Forum, held in Beijing on November 21, 2025, brought together international experts to discuss tailored development paths for Global South nations. The event, themed ‘Working Together to Advance Modernization: A Shared Vision and the Path to Development,’ emphasized unity, cooperation, and reforms in the global governance system. Li Shulei, a senior official of the Communist Party of China, highlighted the transformative role of Global South countries in reshaping the global economic landscape and fostering international stability. He underscored China’s commitment to the Global South, stating that China will always remain an integral part of this collective. The forum also saw the release of two significant reports by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS): the World Modernization Development Report and the Chinese Modernization Development Report. CASS President Gao Xiang emphasized that Chinese modernization aligns with global human development interests and advocated for a cooperative approach to modernization that ensures shared prosperity. Pablo Vommaro of the Latin American Council of Social Sciences criticized the Western-dominated development model, calling for a new civilizational framework that empowers Global South nations. He praised China’s Belt and Road Initiative and Global Governance Initiative as models for sustainable and cooperative modernization. Andrei Chevelev, a former UNESCO official, stressed the need for reforms in international governance to amplify the voices of the Global South. He highlighted the role of initiatives like BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and the Belt and Road Initiative in promoting a more equitable international order. The forum concluded with a call for collective action to address global challenges and advance a shared future for humanity.