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.

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”

A drone view shows a banner on a bridge ahead of G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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

What can we expect from Trump’s second term?

The phrase “When America sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold” illustrates the significant impact of the American economy on global markets, a concept that extends to foreign policy during the Trump administration. As President-elect, Donald Trump possesses a strong electoral mandate that empowers him to pursue his “America First” agenda once he assumes office. Global leaders are now strategizing on the potential … Continue reading What can we expect from Trump’s second term?

Xi told Biden that despite fluctuations, China-U.S. relations have remained stable

LIMA (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday met with U.S. President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Lima, Peru. Xi told Biden that over the past four years, China-U.S. relations have gone through ups and downs, but the two sides have also been engaged in dialogue and cooperation, adding the relationship has remained stable on the … Continue reading Xi told Biden that despite fluctuations, China-U.S. relations have remained stable

Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, APEC Summit, Lima, November 16, 2024.

Xi announces collaboration with Trump’s team during his meeting with Biden in Peru

Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed his commitment on Saturday to collaborate with the incoming U.S. administration under Donald Trump during his final discussions with outgoing President Joe Biden. The talks addressed various issues, including cybercrime, trade, Taiwan, the South China Sea, and relations with Russia. Biden and Xi engaged in a two-hour meeting at the hotel where the Chinese leader was staying, coinciding with the … Continue reading Xi announces collaboration with Trump’s team during his meeting with Biden in Peru

Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, APEC Summit, Lima, November 16, 2024

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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As Trump’s return approaches, China’s Xi critiques protectionism at APEC

As Donald Trump‘s potential return to the U.S. presidency casts a shadow over the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Lima, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized on Friday the necessity of rejecting unilateralism and protectionism in favor of economic globalization. Xi’s remarks on protectionism at APEC provide insight into China’s strategy for positioning itself following Trump’s inauguration in January. Trump has committed to imposing tariffs … Continue reading As Trump’s return approaches, China’s Xi critiques protectionism at APEC

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a presentation ceremony of national medals and honorary titles, at the Great Hall of the People.

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