Xi Jinping Delegates UN General Assembly Appearance to Premier Li Qiang Amid Evolving Leadership Style

Sep 25, 2025 05:33 pm CST

Chinese Premier Li Qiang represents China at the UN General Assembly's 80th anniversary meeting as President Xi Jinping continues his pattern of reduced international travel. This delegation of diplomatic duties reflects Xi's evolving leadership approach, which maintains centralized power while entrusting loyal officials with international representation. The article examines how Xi's governance style has transformed from frequent global engagement to a more selective international presence while maintaining ultimate authority through trusted subordinates.