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Xi Jinping

Xi Jinping has been the President of the People's Republic of China since 2013.

Xi Jinping was born in Beijing in 1953 as the son of communist veteran Xi Zhongxun and rose through the party ranks in China's coastal provinces. He is married to famous Chinese singer Peng Liyuan. Xi has called for a renewed campaign against corruption, continued market economic reforms, and a comprehensive "national renewal."

Hong Kong: Xi hails China's rule on handover anniversary

Hong Kong: Xi hails China's rule on handover anniversary 01.07.2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping was in Hong Kong to celebrate 25 years of the former British colony's handover to Beijing amid heightened security and a clampdown on pro-democracy protests.

China's Xi Jinping in Hong Kong ahead of handover anniversary

China's Xi Jinping in Hong Kong ahead of handover anniversary 30.06.2022

It's the first time Xi has made a trip outside mainland China since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. The visit is expected to showcase Beijing's control over Hong Kong after a political crackdown crushed dissent.
China's Xi to attend Hong Kong handover anniversary

China's Xi to attend Hong Kong handover anniversary 25.06.2022

The Chinese president is also set to attend the inauguration of the next Hong Kong administration. His attendance is seen as a display of Beijing's control over the city amid a crackdown on dissent.
Putin vows to reroute Russian exports to BRICS nations

Putin vows to reroute Russian exports to BRICS nations 22.06.2022

Russia is "actively redirecting its trade flows," Vladimir Putin has told a meeting of BRICS countries, while China's Xi has warned of "expanding military alliances."
China: Astronauts arrive at Tiangong space station

China: Astronauts arrive at Tiangong space station 05.06.2022

The crew will be responsible for completing the assembly of the Tiangong space station, which is expected to be complete by the end of the year.

US still sees China as main threat 27.05.2022

Economist Jeffrey Sachs tells Brent Goff that Blinken’s keynote speech on policy toward China marks a softening of Washington’s approach to Beijing.
Philippines: Marcos Jr. to stand by South China Sea ruling

Philippines: Marcos Jr. to stand by South China Sea ruling 26.05.2022

The Philippines' incoming president vowed to prevent any foreign interference in the running of his country in comments aimed at Beijing’s claims over the disputed South China Sea.
How a Humboldt Foundation fellow joined China's military commission

How a Humboldt Foundation fellow joined China's military commission 20.05.2022

Germany's Humboldt Research Fellowships are very popular with visiting Chinese scientists. Back in China, some of them go on to do research for the military, a DW investigation has found.
How Russia and China exploit history to further their interests

How Russia and China exploit history to further their interests 11.05.2022

The arbitrariness with which they deal with their own national histories helps Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian leader Vladimir Putin secure power and justify their policies.
Chinese airliner carrying 132 crashes, no survivors found

Chinese airliner carrying 132 crashes, no survivors found 22.03.2022

A China Eastern Boeing 737-800 with 132 people on board crashed in southern China in the country's biggest air disaster in over a decade. Rescue workers have found no sign of survivors.

Ukraine: Biden urges Xi not to back Russian aggression

Ukraine: Biden urges Xi not to back Russian aggression 18.03.2022

During a nearly two-hour call, the US president called on his Chinese counterpart to rule out military and economic support to Moscow, to ensure Western sanctions are effective.
Biden and Xi to speak about China's stance on Russia

Biden and Xi to speak about China's stance on Russia 18.03.2022

China has so far stopped short of condemning Russia for invading Ukraine. In a phone call, US President Joe Biden is expected to assess where Chinese leader Xi Jinping stands – and try to persuade him to ratchet up pressure on Vladimir Putin.

How suitable is China as a mediator in Ukraine crisis? 07.03.2022

China is keen to position itself as a peacemaker in the Ukraine crisis, but the close relationship between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin has prompted questions about just how neutral China can be
National People's Congress: China leadership gathers amid economic woes, Ukraine war

National People's Congress: China leadership gathers amid economic woes, Ukraine war 04.03.2022

Besides discussing the turmoil resulting from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Chinese lawmakers will release the country's latest economic goals and fiscal spending plans.

Russian invasion of Ukraine raises anxiety in Taiwan 03.03.2022

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is being seen as a wake-up call by many people in Taiwan. China has long laid claim to the island nation, and some fear that Beijing could launch a similar attack.

Ukraine crisis: How far can China go in supporting Russia?

Ukraine crisis: How far can China go in supporting Russia? 25.02.2022

China has paid lip service to respecting the "territorial integrity" of Ukraine but has so far refused to call Russia's invasion what it is. Beijing could soon be forced to make an uncomfortable decision.
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