Xi Jinping
The latest on Xi Jinping. A Chinese politician, Xi Jinping was made General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party in 2012 and the 7th President of the People's Republic of China in 2013. The son of Chinese Communist veteran Xi Zhongxun, Xi was born June 15, 1953 in Beijing, China. A prominent figure in the Chinese government since the early 2000s, Xi has become a polarizing figure in international politics, working with a number of U.S. presidents while openly opposing many of their policies.
China issues new demands to Trump's America
The State Department removed a line from a fact sheet saying Washington doesn't support Taiwan's independence, angering Beijing.
Trump takes on Xi and Putin at their own great power game
"Talking directly to our adversaries from a position of strength" is a way Trump can ensure peace, according to a former official.
China changes rules on military secrets
Beijing is tightening restrictions while encouraging content that features Xi Jinping Thought and military modernization milestones.
Map shows countries welcoming USAID shutdown
Congress had budgeted at least $690 million on pro-democracy programs this year to counter nations considered the world's least free.
Xi fires warning shot at Trump
China, the U.S.'s third-largest trade partner, has restricted exports of the strategic metals tungsten, bismuth, indium, molybdenum and tellurium.
Timelapse shows China's wartime command site 10 times larger than Pentagon
Analysts say hardened bunkers may be under construction at the site, driven by fears of a nuclear strike.
How China could respond to Donald Trump's tariffs
Beijing could hit back at the U.S. tech sector by curbing the export of minerals or imposing it's own duties.
Rare public photo shows China's long-range missile radar
The radar station is designed for detecting nuclear ballistic missiles from thousands of miles away.
China seeks closer relations With US allies amid Trump's return
As Donald Trump returns, analysts say China will reshape its diplomatic landscape with nations that Joe Biden sought to court.
Why it's unlikely China's economy will surpass US economy anytime soon
China's low birth rate and aging population are ending any hopes Beijing had of overtaking the U.S. as an economic giant.
Did Xi Jinping refuse to wave to Putin? What we know
Russian President Vladimir Putin smiled and waved enthusiastically to his Chinese counterpart during virtual talks on Tuesday.
China responds to Trump's first-day comments: "A new starting point"
Chinese Embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu told Newsweek that "China is willing to work with the new U.S. government."
Chinese media compares Joe Biden, Donald Trump ahead of inauguration
On the eve of Trump's inauguration, a CPC-owned newspaper said it looks forward to "greater progress at this new starting point."
JD Vance holds talks with China's vice president before Trump inauguration
The vice president-elect and Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met on Sunday ahead of Trump's second inauguration.
Donald Trump and China's Xi in new diplomatic push, discuss TikTok
China's Vice President Han Zheng will attend Trump's Inauguration Monday amid signs of diplomatic progress.
China's economy faces historic setback not seen in over half a century
Beijing hit its GDP growth target of 5 percent in 2024, according to its statistics bureau—but deflationary pressures remain.
China will launch war this decade, Trump nominee says
Sen. Marco Rubio suggested doubling down on Taiwan's defense is the only way to make Xi Jinping think twice about an invasion.
China prepares military for own 'D-Day' invasion
CIA director Billl Burns believes Chinese President Xi Jinping has directed his military to be capable of moving against Taiwan by 2027.
Xi to send top Chinese official to Trump's inauguration
It is rare for heads of state, particularly from countries with adversarial ties, to attend inaugurations.
What Ingredients Make for a Strong, Long-lasting Dictatorship? | Opinion
The reality is that many of the elections last year were fake and that the world runneth over with dictators, authoritarians and their wannabes.
China silences top economist over unflattering analysis
The analysis reportedly angered President Xi Jinping, who has pledged more proactive measures to stir China's stagnant economy.
What will China do with its newfound military power?
China has the intent and capability to become a "world-class military," experts told Newsweek.
China moves to fix ailing economy
Beijing has reportedly given salary increases to public sector workers to boost demand and revive its struggling economy.
China's Xi promises new wave of corruption crackdown amid record purges
Observers have suggested that Xi has used an anti-corruption crackdown to eliminate rivals and entrench himself at the center of China's political hierarchy.
Donald Trump's Iron Dome? Proposal to counter nuclear attack takes shape
The President-elect pledged to "build an Iron Dome" over the U.S. to make sure "nothing can come and harm our people." A new report shows how it might look.
US sanctions Beijing cyber group over critical infrastructure hacks
The conclusion comes after the FBI accused Integrity Technology Group of hacking into hundreds of thousands of U.S. devices, per court documents.
Hong Kong rebounds, Shanghai falls amid US-China trade tensions
Investors are concerned about potential U.S. protectionist measures under President-elect Donald Trump.
Will China invade Taiwan in 2025?
China has claimed that the self-ruled Taiwan is part of its territory and has refused to renounce using force against it.
Kim's closeness with Putin tests North Korea's alliance with China
Beijing has yet to announce the closing ceremony for its "Year of Friendship" with Pyongyang, a possible signal of disapproval.
