China's foreign policy and foreign affairs have been voted global internet users' biggest China-related interest, according to an online survey conducted by China Daily and 25 global media outlets.

In this exclusive interview China Daily spoke to He Yafei, former vice-minister of foreign affairs and former deputy director of the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council.

He gives his analysis on the uncertainties and challenges faced by the world, and talks about the Belt and Road Initiative.