Xi calls for prioritizing development in macro policy coordination

BEIJING -- President Xi Jinping on Saturday said the G20 should prioritize development in macro policy coordination.

Xi made the remarks while addressing the 16th G20 Leaders' Summit via video link.

Xi called on the G20 to ensure sound implementation of the Action Plan on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, move forward with the Initiative on Supporting Industrialization in Africa and Least Developed Countries, and promote synergy among the existing mechanisms for development cooperation.

"Advanced economies should fulfill their pledges on official development assistance and provide more resources for developing countries," Xi said.