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.
British PM Starmer meets Chinese President Xi Jinping
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday. The two leaders last met in November 2024 during the G20 Summit in Brazil.
China's BYD weighs manufacturing in India to meet EV demand
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD is considering setting up a local assembly in India. The move comes as the company struggles to keep up with the skyrocketing demand for its electric cars.
Top China General accused of selling nuclear secrets to US
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'Good neighbors, friends': Xi Jinping's Republic Day message for India
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended warm wishes to India on its 77th Republic Day.
Trump-backed investors will now run TikTok's US operations
The US and China have finalized a deal that transfers control of TikTok's American operations to a group of investors backed by President Donald Trump.
China's birth rate hits lowest level since 1949
China has recorded its lowest birth rate since the founding of the People's Republic in 1949.
Chinese Communist Party delegation meets BJP leaders in Delhi
A delegation from the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) met senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders at the party's headquarters in New Delhi on Monday.
North Korea fires missiles as South Korean leader visits China
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles into the sea on the same day South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began his visit to China.
'China may deploy troops': Baloch leader appeals to Jaishankar
A Baloch leader, Mir Yar Baloch, has warned that China could deploy military forces in Pakistan's Balochistan region within the next few months.
Grok under fire for trolling world leaders, creating explicit images
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Xi vows to reunify China-Taiwan in New Year's Eve speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated his commitment to reunifying China and Taiwan in his annual New Year's Eve address.
China's factory activity expands, ending longest slump on record
China's factory activity has shown an unexpected recovery in December, ending an eight-month contraction streak—the longest on record.
Chipmakers in China have to use 50% local equipment
China has mandated that chipmakers use at least 50% locally made equipment for their new factories.
China's rare-earth magnet exports surge in November
China's exports of rare-earth magnets, critical components for weapons, cars, and phones, reached the second-highest level on record in November.
China: Former top banker sentenced to death for corruption
Bai Tianhui, a former senior banker at China Huarong International Holdings (CHIH), was executed on Tuesday after being convicted of corruption and bribery.
Japan accuses China of locking radar on its aircraft
Tensions between Japan and China have flared up after Tokyo accused Beijing of locking fire-control radar on Japanese military aircraft near Okinawa.
China's exports rebound, but shipments to US plunge 29%
China's exports have returned to growth in November, after an unexpected contraction in October.
Why Trump is offering $12B aid to US farmers
US President Donald Trump will announce a $12 billion farm aid package today.
China manufacturing activity sinks to longest decline on record
China's factory activity has witnessed a contraction in November, marking the longest decline on record.
Hong Kong officials investigate 'potential corruption' after fires kill 55
The death toll from the devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po, Hong Kong, has reached 55.
Will Trump allow NVIDIA to sell flagship chips to China?
US President Donald Trump is considering whether to permit NVIDIA Corp. to export advanced AI chips to China.
China unveils mining initiative at G20 summit amid export curbs
China has unveiled a new mining initiative with "friendly nations" at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.
NVIDIA could sell its H200 AI chips to China soon
The US government is considering a major policy shift that could allow NVIDIA to sell its H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips in China.
India resumes tourist visas for Chinese citizens globally
India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese nationals across the globe as the two countries strive to normalize relations following a prolonged military standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), HT reported.
Taiwan releases handbook on prepping for natural disasters, Chinese invasion
Taiwan's Defense Ministry will begin distributing a survival handbook to its 23 million residents this week.
China warns citizens against Japan travel amid tensions over Taiwan
China has issued a travel advisory for its citizens, warning them against visiting Japan.
Japan PM's '2-hour' sleep schedule prompts concerns about work-life balance
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has revealed that she sleeps only two to four hours a night, raising eyebrows over her commitment to work-life balance.
US, China reach deal to curb exports of fentanyl chemicals
The US and China have reached a major agreement to restrict the export of chemical precursors used in the production of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that has been responsible for tens of thousands of American deaths.
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United States President Donald Trump has said that Chinese President Xi Jinping has assured him that China will not take any action on Taiwan during his presidency.
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United States President Donald Trump has defended his decision to resume nuclear testing, stating that he does not want Washington to be the only country that does not test its weapons.
US-China trade deal: What did Trump and Xi agree on?
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reached a major agreement to de-escalate the ongoing trade war between their countries.
Trump hails meeting with Xi Jinping as 'great one'
US President Donald Trump has hailed his recent summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "great one," saying it would lead to everlasting peace and success.
China halts rare earth export controls after Trump-Xi meet
China has announced its decision to suspend additional export controls on rare earth metals, and end investigations against US companies in the semiconductor supply chain.
China will allow some Nexperia chips to be exported
China has announced that it will exempt some Nexperia chips from an export ban.
China approves TikTok transfer deal after Trump-Xi meeting
China has approved the transfer agreement for popular short video app TikTok, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed on Thursday.
From semiconductors to lower tariffs: Key takeaways from Trump-Xi meeting
US President Donald Trump has announced a major reduction in tariffs on Chinese goods, following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
China tariffs lowered, rare earths deal signed after Trump-Xi meeting
United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reached a one-year agreement on the supply of vital rare earths.
'China, US should be partners, friends': Xi after meeting Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a new spirit of cooperation between China and the United States.
Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing after 33 years
United States President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume testing nuclear weapons "on an equal basis" with Russia and China.
'Nicest-looking guy but killer, tough as hell': Trump praises Modi
United States President Donald Trump praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEOs Summit in South Korea, calling him the "nicest-looking guy" but "tough as hell."
US-China trade talks advance ahead of Trump-Xi summit
The United States and China are making headway in their trade negotiations ahead of the upcoming Trump-Xi meet in Busan on Thursday.
Trump, Japan's Takaichi ink critical minerals deal amid China concerns
United States President Donald Trump and Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have signed a framework agreement to secure the supply of critical minerals and rare earths.