Xi Jinping
China's Fujian Aircraft Carrier: Advanced Features and Comparison with US Naval Power
Nov 07, 2025 04:08 pm CST
China has commissioned its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, featuring advanced electromagnetic catapult technology that significantly enhances its naval capabilities. While still behind the US Navy's eleven carriers, the domestically designed Fujian represents China's growing maritime power projection abilities in the Pacific region, particularly in contested waters.
Why Xi Jinping's Laughing Photos From White House Meeting Won't Appear in Chinese Media
Nov 07, 2025 01:13 am CST
Chinese authorities maintain strict control over President Xi Jinping's public image, ensuring rare photos of him laughing and smiling during international meetings like his recent encounter with Donald Trump are censored from domestic social media platforms. This deliberate image management reflects China's broader information control strategies, with state media portraying Xi exclusively as a serious leader while suppressing any content that doesn't align with official narratives.
Trump Urges Xi Jinping to Free Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai During High-Stakes Meeting
Nov 06, 2025 11:36 am CST
During a recent high-level meeting in South Korea, US President Donald Trump directly appealed to Chinese President Xi Jinping for the release of imprisoned Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. The 77-year-old founder of pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily has been held in solitary confinement for over 1,700 days while facing national security charges in a case that has become symbolic of China's crackdown on freedoms in Hong Kong.
Trump Describes Xi Jinping's Officials as "Scared" During Bilateral Meeting, Wishes for Similar Cabinet Discipline
Nov 06, 2025 02:22 am CST
During a White House breakfast with Republican senators, President Trump recounted his recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, noting the strict discipline of Chinese officials and expressing admiration for their formal demeanor. The commentary comes despite Trump's own cabinet meetings being characterized by displays of loyalty, with former Biden press secretary Jen Psaki describing them as "sycophantic."
Xi Jinping's Strategic Military Purges: Reshaping China's Armed Forces Through Loyalty and Control
Nov 03, 2025 08:52 pm CST
An analysis of Xi Jinping's unprecedented military purges in China, examining how he has systematically removed senior officers to consolidate power, address corruption, and maintain absolute control over the People's Liberation Army despite potential impacts on combat readiness and succession planning.
Xi Jinping's Smartphone Gift to South Korean President Sparks Humor About Cybersecurity
Nov 03, 2025 04:22 pm CST
During a rare visit to South Korea, Chinese President Xi Jinping presented two Xiaomi smartphones to President Lee Jae Myung, making an unexpected joke about checking for "backdoors" in the devices. The lighthearted exchange at the APEC summit marked a moment of diplomatic humor between the leaders, drawing attention from South Korean media and highlighting the developing personal rapport between the two heads of state after a decade without such high-level visits.
Trump Compares Putin and Xi Jinping: "These Are People Not To Be Toyed With"
Nov 03, 2025 01:28 pm CST
In a revealing CBS interview, former President Trump shared his perspectives on Russian and Chinese leaders, describing both Putin and Xi Jinping as "tough, smart leaders" while confirming plans for US nuclear testing and discussing his approach to international conflicts. Trump claimed success in stopping eight wars during his administration and expressed confidence in eventually resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
US Threatens New Tariffs if China Resumes Rare Earth Export Restrictions: Treasury Secretary Warns
Nov 03, 2025 02:36 am CST
The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that the Trump administration is prepared to reimpose tariffs if China blocks rare earth exports again, despite Beijing's recent one-year suspension of restrictions. Following talks between Trump and Xi in South Korea, Washington agreed to reduce tariffs by 10%, while China promised to address fentanyl trafficking into the US. Bessent emphasized the need to reduce dependency on China's rare earth processing monopoly.
Trump's Cryptic Warning to Xi Jinping: Consequences Await If China Invades Taiwan
Nov 03, 2025 12:58 am CST
President Donald Trump revealed in a CBS "60 Minutes" interview that Chinese President Xi Jinping understands there would be serious consequences for invading Taiwan, though he refused to explicitly state if the US would defend the island. The two leaders, meeting face-to-face for the first time in six years, focused on easing trade tensions while avoiding the contentious Taiwan issue, which remains a flashpoint in US-China relations despite America's longstanding policy of recognizing Beijing while supplying Taiwan with defensive weapons.
Xi Jinping Invites Canadian PM Carney to China Amid Global Trade Tensions and Holds First Meeting with Japan's New Premier
Oct 31, 2025 08:04 pm CST
Chinese President Xi Jinping has invited Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to visit China during their first formal talks since 2017, signaling potential improvement in strained bilateral relations. Both nations face pressure from Trump's tariff policies, even as Xi meets with Japan's first female premier Sanae Takaichi amid complex regional dynamics. The diplomatic engagements occur against a backdrop of global trade tensions, with Canada positioning itself as a potential energy supplier to Asian markets.