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Cyril Ramaphosa, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, pose with other G20 leaders during an event launching the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit at the Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Xi is ramping up diplomatic efforts at international summits in anticipation of potential tariffs from Trump

In his initial global engagements following Donald Trump‘s reelection as U.S. President, Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a diplomatic initiative aimed at countering anticipated new tariffs and positioning China to take advantage of possible future divisions between Washington and its allies. Throughout a series of meetings, from APEC in Peru to G20 in Brazil over the past week, Xi aimed to differentiate himself from Trump’s … Continue reading Xi is ramping up diplomatic efforts at international summits in anticipation of potential tariffs from Trump

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China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering support for the “Global South” during a meeting of G20 leaders in Rio de Janeiro, as reported by China’s state broadcaster CCTV on Monday. In his opening address at the G20 Summit, Xi outlined China’s commitment to global development through eight key actions, which include enhancing the “high quality” Belt and Road Initiative—his … Continue reading China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

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Xi’s insightful answer to “the question of our times”

BEIJING, (Xinhua) — “What is wrong with this world, what we should do about it?” Chinese President Xi Jinping raised “the question of our times” at the Bali G20 summit, after he first asked the question at the World Economic Forum back in 2017 at Davos, Switzerland. “The world economy is getting more fragile. The geopolitical environment remains tense. Global governance is seriously inadequate. Food … Continue reading Xi’s insightful answer to “the question of our times”

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A drone view shows a banner on a bridge ahead of G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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G20 summit addresses a global landscape disrupted by Trump’s resurgence

Leaders from the Group of 20 major economies are scheduled to convene on Monday in Brazil for their annual summit, anticipating a transformation in the global landscape with the impending leadership of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump. The agenda will cover trade, climate change, and international security, all of which will be influenced by significant policy shifts that Trump has promised to implement upon his inauguration … Continue reading G20 summit addresses a global landscape disrupted by Trump’s resurgence

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the narrow format meeting of the BRICS summit in Kazan.
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Nigeria and India have agreed to enhance collaboration in maritime security and counter-terrorism

Nigeria and India have reached an agreement to enhance their cooperation in maritime security, intelligence sharing, and counter-terrorism efforts during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s state visit to Nigeria. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years, following an invitation from President Bola Tinubu, who is actively seeking investments from major global economies. Modi arrived in Abuja on … Continue reading Nigeria and India have agreed to enhance collaboration in maritime security and counter-terrorism

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Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and first Lady Rosangela "Janja" da Silva attend the closing ceremony of the G20 Social summit, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, November 16, 2024.
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Brazil’s first lady insults Elon Musk at a G20 gathering

Brazil’s first lady, Janja Lula da Silva, expressed her frustration towards billionaire Elon Musk during a G20 social event on Saturday, where she emphasized the importance of regulating social media to combat misinformation. As she was speaking, a ship’s horn blared, prompting her to quip, “I think it’s Elon Musk,” before asserting, “I’m not afraid of you, screw you, Elon Musk.” Musk, who owns the … Continue reading Brazil’s first lady insults Elon Musk at a G20 gathering

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Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, APEC Summit, Lima, November 16, 2024
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Biden and Xi convene in Peru as the Trump era approaches

Joe Biden held his final meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping as U.S. president on Saturday, aiming to ease tensions ahead of Donald Trump‘s inauguration. However, this objective was complicated by new disputes regarding cybercrime, trade, Taiwan, and Russia. The two leaders convened at a hotel where Xi was staying during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in Lima, Peru, marking their first discussions in seven … Continue reading Biden and Xi convene in Peru as the Trump era approaches

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Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a presentation ceremony of national medals and honorary titles, at the Great Hall of the People.
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World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

As global leaders convene for two significant summits in South America in the coming days, the uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House is expected to cast a long shadow. Many will be contemplating the implications of Trump’s “America First” policy on the global economy and ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. China, in particular, is preparing for potentially strained … Continue reading World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

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Xi embarks on a journey to Latin America to promote collaboration and multilateralism

BEIJING (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping is embarking on a journey Wednesday to Latin America, where he will attend the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Lima, capital of Peru, and the 19th G20 Summit in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro, and pay state visits to the two countries. As he travels halfway around the globe, the world is witnessing a host of unprecedented and … Continue reading Xi embarks on a journey to Latin America to promote collaboration and multilateralism

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Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia.
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Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

The 2024 BRICS summit held in Russia this week served as a platform for Moscow and Beijing to express their mutual anti-Western sentiments and global aspirations. However, analysts suggest that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine may be straining the “no limits” partnership between the two nations. The choice of Russia as the summit’s venue was strategically important, particularly in light of global efforts to isolate … Continue reading Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

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