China Focus: South-South Human Rights Forum calls for protection of people's right to development

Willy Nyamttwe, principal counsellor in charge of press, information and communication of the Presidency of the Republic of Burundi, announces the Beijing Declaration at the South-South Human Rights Forum in Beijing, capital of China, Dec. 8, 2017. The first "South-South Human Rights Forum" was concluded in Beijing Friday, calling for efforts to safeguard people's right to development. The two-day forum centered on the theme "Building a Community of Shared Future for Humanity: New Opportunities for South-South Human Rights Development," with more than 300 officials, scholars and representatives from over 70 countries, regions, and international organizations in attendance. (Xinhua/Jin Liwang)