At the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, themed "Safeguarding the International Order and Promoting Peaceful Development Together," defense officials, scholars and delegates from more than 100 countries, regions and international organizations gathered to discuss global security challenges.

CGTN's Yang Xinmeng attended the forum and noted that, while debates over the United Nations' role at 80 often became sharp, the stories of peacekeeping reveal a quieter but essential aspect of global security. The question remains: in 2025, does the UN still matter?