Xi Jinping: News
Xi Jinping is the current President of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission. Jinping’s father, Xi Zhongxun, was a senior CCP functionary who later fell out of favor with the Chinese establishment. Jinping worked as a peasant and manual laborer in a countryside village for seven years. After much struggle, he gained entry into the CCP in 1974 and graduated in Chemical Engineering from Tsinghua University, Beijing, in 1979. Over the next three decades, Jinping rose through the party ranks, and in 2007, became one of the select few members of the CCP Politburo’s Standing Committee. The next year, he was appointed as the Vice-President of China, and in 2012, he succeeded Hu Jintao as the General Secretary of the CCP. Jinping has been the President of PRC since 2013. Under his presidency, China has demonstrated a more assertive foreign policy and a rise in authoritarianism. After the two-term limit for presidency was removed in 2018 by the National People’s Congress, Jinping looks set to rule as president for life.
Xi's US visit signals shift in power dynamics
Chinese President Xi Jinping will be visiting the United States from September 23-25. The trip is at the invitation of US President Donald J Trump, the Chinese foreign ministry confirmed.
US proposes AI safety notification system ahead of Trump-Xi meet
Ahead of the upcoming summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has proposed a new artificial intelligence (AI) safety notification system.
Xi Jinping US visit: Rare-earth magnets could be in focus
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to embark on a three-day official visit to the US, his first in over a decade.
Microsoft CEO to attend White House dinner for Xi Jinping
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will attend a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, according to Bloomberg.
Trump to create 'AI Force' and appoint new AI czar
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint new artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Tim Cook, Sam Altman to attend Trump-Xi Jinping state dinner
Tim Cook, the Executive Chairman of Apple Inc. and Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, will attend a state dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump for Chinese President Xi Jinping next week, according to Bloomberg.
Xi fainted, others sick after BRICS? MEA fact-checks
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has dismissed social media claims that several world leaders fell ill after the BRICS summit in New Delhi.
China makes it difficult for citizens to travel abroad
China has introduced stringent new rules to restrict travel in and out of the country.
Tea with Xi, interaction with Ghebreyesus: Modi's unseen BRICS visuals
The recently concluded BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi was a star-studded affair.
'Cold War tactic': Chinese media slams Anthropic's AI slowdown proposal
A Chinese state-run media outlet has criticized Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's recent essay advocating for a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI) development, calling it a "Cold War playbook" tactic.
China may have aided Iran in deadly Jordan attack: Report
United States officials have claimed that Chinese entities provided Iran with satellite imagery of a US Air Force base in Jordan before a missile attack on July 17.
China has reduced troop deployment along LAC, says Army report
China has drastically reduced its People's Liberation Army (PLA) deployment along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in 2025, according to the Indian Army's Annual Report 2025-26.
Why Donald Trump doesn't want to check AI development
US President Donald Trump has downplayed the need for regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Iran, UAE can 'turn the page' on ties: Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed a desire to "turn the page" on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
BRICS 2026: Xi Jinping proposes 5 initiatives to boost ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping has proposed five initiatives to strengthen ties among BRICS countries.
Russia welcomes India's, China's offers to mediate Ukraine conflict: Report
Russian President Vladimir Putin has welcomed offers from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate peace talks for the Ukraine conflict.
'Weaponization of technology, critical minerals can reverse global progress': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday cautioned against the "weaponization of technology and critical minerals" during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
PM poses for family photo with world leaders at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen posing for a family photo with world leaders at the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
Chinese President Xi Jinping skips BRICS gala dinner
Chinese President Xi Jinping skipped a gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday.
India-China border dispute: Modi-Xi meeting yields conflicting statements
After the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, the two countries have issued conflicting statements regarding their border dispute.
BRICS summit: Xi meets Modi, discusses India-China ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
BRICS summit: New Delhi Declaration adopted, India played crucial role
The BRICS group of countries has adopted the New Delhi Declaration at its ongoing summit.
First post-Galwan India talks: Xi, Modi seek cooperation, common progress
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held their first bilateral talks on Indian soil since the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.
Did China help Iran target US base in Jordan?
Iran is said to have used high-resolution satellite images from China before a deadly missile strike on a US military base in Jordan.
PM Modi shares photo with Putin, Xi, other BRICS leaders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a photograph of himself with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin holding hands. The picture was taken during the BRICS Summit in Delhi.
Middle East conflict harms 'common interests': Xi Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East does not serve the "common interests" of nations.
PM Modi opens 2026 BRICS Summit in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the 2026 BRICS Summit in India.
BRICS summit begins; New Delhi Declaration expected
The 18th BRICS summit commenced in New Delhi on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming leaders of the 11-member bloc at Bharat Mandapam.
BRICS Summit: Consensus reached on joint statement
The BRICS grouping has reached a consensus on a joint statement for the New Delhi Declaration, which will be released at 4:00pm on Saturday.
Who is Cai Qi, Xi Jinping's trusted aide, visiting India?
Cai Qi, the second-most powerful leader in China and a close aide to President Xi Jinping, is visiting India for the first time.
China Southern Airlines to resume India flights after 6 years
China Southern Airlines will resume its Guangzhou-New Delhi flights from September 21, ending a six-year hiatus.
China to work with India to 'properly handle differences': Ambassador
China is set to work with India to "properly handle differences" under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping.
Tibetan activists climb pole, unfurl banners near BRICS venue
Several activists of Students for a Free Tibet (SFT) were arrested on Thursday after they allegedly unfurled the Tibetan flag near Bharat Mandapam.
BRICS Summit 2026: Modi, Putin hold bilateral talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit on Friday, with trade, investment, and energy cooperation dominating the agenda.
BRICS Summit: What's on agenda? Complete 2-day schedule detailed here
The 18th BRICS Leaders's Summit will take place in New Delhi from September 12 to 13.
PM Modi optimistic about BRICS summit, says 'fully confident'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed optimism that the upcoming BRICS Summit will be a platform for constructive discussions on "global welfare."
Putin arrives in India for BRICS summit, to meet Modi
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit.
BRICS Summit: 15,000 cops, 200 paramilitary companies deployed in Delhi
The Delhi Police have deployed around 15,000 personnel and 200 companies of paramilitary forces for the upcoming BRICS Summit.
20 killed after cargo ship catches fire in China port
As many as 20 people have been killed after a fire broke out on a cargo ship, the Ocean Melody, at the Beihai Shipbuilding Co. in Qingdao port, China.
Xi will attend BRICS in India: China confirms
China has confirmed that President Xi Jinping will attend the upcoming BRICS summit, which will be held from September 11 to 13 in New Delhi.
Modi-Xi bilateral meeting likely at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who will arrive in New Delhi on Saturday for the BRICS Summit.
Putin-Modi meeting ahead of BRICS: Su-57, nuclear energy on agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, a day ahead of the summit of BRICS leaders in New Delhi.
China's exports surge 25% in August, trade surplus hits $119B
China's export growth has gained momentum, with a 25% increase in August compared to the same month last year.
India, China hold Corps Commander-level talks in Arunachal Pradesh
The Indian Army and the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) have held Corps Commander-level talks in Arunachal Pradesh.
Dismantle entire terror ecosystem: Modi at SCO with Sharif present
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message against terrorism at the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
SCO summit begins today: Focus on regional security, trade cooperation
The 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit is underway in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The two-day summit, which began on Monday, brings together leaders from the SCO's 10 member states.
China removes general who oversaw India border confrontations: Details
China has removed General Zhao Zongqi from the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and two other positions.
PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan for SCO summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan from Saturday. The trip includes attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit and a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
India, China agree to expedite boundary delimitation talks along LAC
India and China have agreed to expedite talks on boundary delimitation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
77 from Sadhguru's foundation missing after flash flood in Tibet
Seventy-seven pilgrims from one of Sadhguru's Kailash pilgrimage groups have gone missing after a flash flood hit Gyirong in Tibet.
Modi speaks to Nepal PM after flash flood kills 16
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences to Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah over the devastating floods in the country that have claimed 16 lives.
Nepal flash flood kills 98; 133 Indians among 800 missing
A flash flood and mudslide along the Nepal-Tibet border destroyed villages and damaged roads and infrastructure on Wednesday, killing at least 98 people and leaving more than 800 missing.
Ajit Doval meets Chinese vice president in Beijing
National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing on Tuesday.
Chinese President Xi Jinping likely to attend BRICS summit: Report
Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to attend the upcoming BRICS summit in New Delhi next month, according to a Reuters report.
India, China hold border talks ahead of Xi Jinping's visit
India and China held "frank" border talks under the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC) framework ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit.
India BRICS Summit likely to see presence of Putin, Xi
The upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13 is expected to see the attendance of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
India-China relations improving gradually since Modi-Xi Kazan meeting: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that India-China relations have been gradually improving since Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping met in Kazan, Russia, in October 2024.
China, Xi now more popular than US, Trump: Survey
China has overtaken the United States in popularity across most of the 36 countries surveyed by the Pew Research Center in early 2026.
China now more favorable than US: Study
A new study by the Pew Research Center has revealed a major shift in global opinion, with China being viewed more favorably than the US in several countries.
28 killed in fire at shoe factory in eastern China
A devastating fire broke out at the Huiteng Shoes factory in Jinjiang, Fujian province, eastern China, on Thursday.
Chinese official sentenced to death for accepting $325M in bribes
A former city official in China has been sentenced to death for accepting over CNY 2.2 billion ($325 million) in bribes over a period of 30 years.
Xi to remove top 6 PLA generals, including procurement head
Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly preparing to dismiss the top six generals of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
Tibetan man sets himself ablaze near UN headquarters, dies
A Tibetan man died after setting himself on fire near the United Nations headquarters in New York City on Thursday, according to Reuters.
Xi vows to accelerate development of world-class army
Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to strengthen and modernize the country's military.
Trump 'congratulates Xi, China' after Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
United States President Donald Trump has reacted to the Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship by sarcastically congratulating President Xi Jinping and the "great country of China."
G7 Summit: Trump's 'limp' handshake with Macron draws attention
United States President Donald Trump has come under fire for his "limp" handshake with French President Emmanuel Macron. The incident took place during the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains.
China threatens US over blacklist of leading tech firms
China has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the US Defense Department's recent decision to add several major Chinese companies to its blacklist.
China's Xi arrives in North Korea for summit with Kim
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang upon the latter's arrival on Monday. This is Xi's first visit to North Korea in seven years.
China cracks down on 'vulgar' micro dramas, targets 'soft pornography'
China's National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) has ordered provincial authorities to clamp down on materialistic, violent, and sexualized content in locally produced micro dramas.
China building massive military complex near nuclear silos: Report
Satellite images have revealed that China is constructing a massive military complex in a remote desert, Reuters reported.
Xi scolded Japan's PM over 'remilitarization' during Trump summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly lashed out at Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for her country's military expansion during a recent summit with United States President Donald Trump in Beijing.
NVIDIA is including China in its $200B CPU market forecast
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has said that his company's forecast of a $200 billion market for central processing units (CPUs) includes China.
China: Gas explosion in coal mine kills 90 workers
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan county, Shanxi province of northern China, has left 90 people dead.
Key takeaways from Putin's meeting with Xi in Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping have signed a joint declaration on building a "multipolar world."
After Trump-Xi summit, China agrees to buy 200 Boeing jets
China has confirmed its decision to buy 200 Boeing jets, following a recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Xi, Putin likely to attend BRICS summit in India
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to attend the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13.
Xi, Putin meet in Beijing among pomp and pageantry
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Wednesday, just days after US President Donald Trump's visit.