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Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping (born June 15, 1953) is a Chinese politician who has served as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the President of the People's Republic of China, and the Chairman
...Read more- Xi touts China’s AI, chip wins In triumphant New Year’s speech
The speech was Xi’s most upbeat New Year’s Eve address in recent years, coming after his government overcame a multitude of challenges to underscore China’s status as a rising global superpower.
- China sanctions 20 US defence firms over $11.1 billion Taiwan arms deal: The flashpoint and what comes next
The proposed arms sales, which still require approval by the US Congress, come amid rising concerns in Taipei over a possible military move by China, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory.
- Officials from India and China hold new round of consultations on bilateral ties
In a press release, the MEA described the discussions as "constructive and forward looking".
- Why China–Japan tensions are escalating and why de-escalation looks unlikely
China–Japan tensions have intensified after Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan triggered diplomatic, economic and military retaliation from Beijing, with domestic politics and shifting geopolitics leaving little room for de-escalation.
- India eases visa curbs on Chinese workers as New Delhi moves to stabilise ties with Beijing: Report
New Delhi has removed a key layer of bureaucratic scrutiny and cut visa approval times to under a month as PM Modi cautiously works to stabilise relations with Beijing.
- 'Positive action': Beijing hails India’s faster business visas as ties warm
China has welcomed India’s decision to fast-track business visas for Chinese professionals, signalling a cautious thaw in relations as New Delhi rebalances diplomacy amid U.S. tariffs and seeks to boost investment.
- India frees up visas for Chinese professionals in key step to boost ties: Report
India had blocked virtually all Chinese visits after the nuclear-armed neighbours clashed on their Himalayan frontier in mid-2020, widening its vetting of business visas beyond the home and foreign ministries
- Chinese official media highlights Vladimir Putin calling India-China close friends of Russia
China, a close ally of Russia, is yet to officially comment on Putin's visit to India, while keeping a close watch on the outcome.
- Macron urges Xi to step up efforts on Ukraine, rebalancing global trade
Top executives from Airbus, France's largest bank BNP Paribas, electrical giant Schneider and train maker Alstom, along with leaders of the French dairy and poultry industry groups, have joined Macron in China
- China massing military ships across East Asian waters in show of maritime force: Report
The Chinese ships have massed in waters stretching from the southern part of the Yellow Sea through the East China Sea and down into the contested South China Sea, as well as into the Pacific, according to four security officials in the region
- Emmanuel Macron heads to China as Europe walks tightrope between rivalry and reliance
Macron in the past has sought to project a robust European front in dealing with China, while being careful not to antagonise Beijing
- Donald Trump moves to keep Xi Jinping truce intact while reassuring ally Japan
Stocks in Hong Kong and China cheered Trump’s efforts to prevent ties spiraling, with a tech rally leading a rise in shares
- Donald Trump touts 'very good' call with Xi Jinping, will visit China in April
Donald Trump's statement confirmed that he will visit China in April and that Xi Jinping will come to Washington later in 2026.
- Taiwan is part of post-war order, Xi Jinping tells Trump during key phone call
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump discussed bilateral cooperation and the issue of Taiwan in a phone call on Monday.
- China FDI may get easier in electronics & consumer durables; Cabinet draft note prepared: Sources
A draft Cabinet note has been finalized, and comments have been sought from all relevant ministries.
- From critic to client: How US became China’s biggest borrower while warning the world about a 'debt trap'
The United States itself has become China’s largest borrower, raising uncomfortable questions about the narrative Washington has long pushed.
- China escalates Japan spat with threats of economic reprisal
The diplomatic crisis risks unraveling recent progress in bilateral ties, a few weeks after Takaichi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and agreed to improve relations
- India-China ties changed 'significantly' since Oct 2024, says Army Chief General Dwivedi
The Chief of Army said the two countries have agreed to continue talks and “constructively pursue the resolution of issues.”
- China agrees to control chemical subsidiaries, lists 13 precursors utilised to make Fentanyl: FBI Director
The announcement comes on the heels of the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- Trump calls Chinese students ‘good business’ for US universities: Why US President has softened his tone on Beijing
At first glance, these remarks appear to be a complete departure from his earlier hardline stance on China and immigration. But analysts say the shift has more to do with economics than diplomacy.
