China, Xi Jinping

Xi Jinping signals growth is ‘top priority’ in speech acknowledging China’s strains
Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed support for the country’s vulnerable elderly and youth in a new year address that acknowledged the strains on some of the 1.4bn-strong population. Xi’s speech comes after his economic planners have for much of the past four years struggled to restore consumer confidence or address rising youth unemployment and slow wage growth.
China’s Xi Jinping Nods to ‘External Uncertainties’ in New Year’s Speech
Weeks before Trump takes office, the Chinese leader is seeking to shore up confidence that China’s economy can withstand threats.
Xi Jinping says no one can stop China’s reunification with Taiwan as they are one family
"The people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family," Mr Xi said in a speech televised on China's state broadcaster CCTV. “No one can sever our family bonds, and no one can stop the historical trend of national reunification.”
Xi says China's annexation of Taiwan can't be stopped
Chinese President Xi Jinping in a New Year's address declared Taiwan and China to be one people and said no nation can stop China from annexing the island nation.
China’s Xi Jinping asked ‘What’s so bad about deflation?’ amid economic slowdown, report says
Chinese President Xi Jinping was reportedly dismissive about the threat of deflation hitting the economy. While consumers can benefit from falling prices, persistent deflation can also lead to a downward spiral for spending and investment.
Xi Jinping says no one can stop China’s ‘reunification’ with Taiwan
The Chinese President put out a clear warning to pro-independence forces in his New Year message. Read more at straitstimes.com.
China’s Xi addresses economic challenges, threatens Taiwan in New Year speech
The Chinese leader projected confidence amid Beijing’s economic struggles and ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump, set to take a hard line on China.
China’s invasion of Taiwan could lead to ‘Trump-style economic warfare’
China’s dispute with Taiwan will most likely not lead to a “boots on the ground invasion”, claims Spectator Australia’s ‘Fire at Will’ podcast host Will Kingston.
Xi Jinping: 'No One Can Prevent' Taiwan's Eventual Unification With China - TaiwanPlus News
New Years address, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Taiwan and China are "one family," and that "no one can prevent" the unification of the motherland.The comments are similar to remarks made last year,
No one can stop China's 'national reunification' with Taiwan, says Xi Jinping in New Year speech
In a bold New Year’s address, Xi Jinping asserted that China's reunification with Taiwan is unstoppable, intensifying military pressure on the island amidst rising tensions. The speech signals Beijing's firm stance against perceived independence movements while Taiwan's government insists on self-determination.
Chinese President Xi Asserts Taiwan's Reunification With China In New Year's Speech
In a clear warning to what Beijing view as pro-independence forces within and outside of Taiwan, China's President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said that no one can stop China's reunification with Taiwan. While addressing his New Year's speech which was televised on China's state broadcaster CCTV,
Pakistan challenging Xi Jinping? Major setback for China's Naval base plans as Islamabad says Gwadar Port is not..., what will China do?
Pakistan and China are reportedly at loggerheads over the control and ownership of Gwadar Port with Islamabad stating that ...
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China 2025: 5 Predictions to Watch in the New Year
From a possible trade war to brewing discontent within the country, there are five significant trends poised to shape China ...
Xi Says China’s 2024 GDP Growth Set to Hit Target of Around 5%
China’s economic growth is expected to be around 5% for the full year of 2024, according to President Xi Jinping, signaling ...
China’s Xi cites global ‘uncertainties’ in speech ahead of Trump inauguration
Chinese President Xi Jinping painted a picture of a strong Chinese economy in his New Year’s speech, while also alluding to ...
China Is Building More Prisons for Xi's Political Enemies—Report
The Chinese leader has urged authorities to "turn the knife inward" as his disciplinary system targets both party and non-members.
China’s 2024 GDP growth set to hit target of around 5%: Xi Jinping
The Chinese President signalled that support for the economy will continue into 2025. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Xi Jinping’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good Year
If 2024 shattered illusions of China’s unyielding ascent, 2025 promises to lay bare the vulnerabilities that Xi can no longer ...
China’s Belt and Road Initiative: Flagship foreign development program massively outpaces US influence efforts
From the initiative’s beginning in 2013 until 2021, China disbursed roughly $679 billion to 165 countries to fund ...