In a surprising directive Chinese President Xi Jinping had called on auditors to create an atmosphere where officials feel as they are 'constantly being followed by shadows'.

China: Xi Jinping urges auditors to manage finances, closely monitor public funds

<p>United States President Joe Biden aims to have “constructive” talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of a summit in California in November, said the White House&nbsp;on Tuesday (Oct 31) ahead of an expected meeting between the two leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Biden administration officials also said that the teams of the leaders have an agreement in principle for the meeting on the sidelines of the upcoming Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum which will be held in San Francisco.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Will Biden and Xi meet?</strong></h2>

<p>White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre at her daily press briefing said that the two leaders aim to have a “constructive conversation” on the sidelines of the summit.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-meets-chinas-top-diplomat-paving-way-for-potential-meeting-with-xi-652142">Biden meets China’s top diplomat Wang Yi, paving way for potential meeting with Xi Jinping</a></strong></p>

<p>“There is an agreement in principle to meet in San Francisco in November. We are still working through important details needed to finalize those plans,” said the White House official.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, China has not yet confirmed that Xi will come. The remarks also came days after China’s top diplomat Wang Yi made a rare visit to Washington to pave the way for Xi to meet Biden at the upcoming summit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The president has said that he fully expects to meet again with President Xi. These are two guys that have a long-standing relationship and we’re confident that that’s going to happen,” National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said during Wang’s visit on Friday (Oct 27).&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Wang’s visit to Washington</strong></h2>

<p>China’s top diplomat met with several senior US officials last week and the White House has said that the two sides are “working together towards a meeting”. However, Wang over the weekend said that the road to talks was still “not smooth.”</p>

<p>During an event in Washington hosted by the Aspen Strategy Group, China’s foreign minister said that “both sides hope to stabilize and improve bilateral relations as soon as possible and agreed to work together toward a San Francisco summit between the two heads of state,” reported the Chinese state news agency Xinhua.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He added, “The path to San Francisco is not smooth and cannot be left to ‘autopilot’”. Wang, as per Xinhua, also said that both sides must “eliminate interference, overcome obstacles, enhance consensus and accumulate results.”&nbsp;</p>

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United States President Joe Biden aims to have “constructive” talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of a summit in California in November, said the White House on Tuesday (Oct 31) ahead of an expected meeting between the two leaders.

United States President Joe Biden aims to have “constructive” talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of a summit in California in November, said the White House on Tuesday (Oct 31) ahead of an expected meeting between the two leaders. Biden administration officials also said that the teams of the leaders have an agreement in principle for the meeting on the sidelines of the upcoming Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum which will be held in San Francisco. Will Biden and Xi meet? White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre at her daily press briefing said that the two leaders aim to have a “constructive conversation” on the sidelines of the summit. ALSO READ | Biden meets China’s top diplomat Wang Yi, paving way for potential meeting with Xi Jinping “There is an agreement in principle to meet in San Francisco in November. We are still working through important details needed to finalize those plans,” said the White House official. However, China has not yet confirmed that Xi will come. The remarks also came days after China’s top diplomat Wang Yi made a rare visit to Washington to pave the way for Xi to meet Biden at the upcoming summit. “The president has said that he fully expects to meet again with President Xi. These are two guys that have a long-standing relationship and we’re confident that that’s going to happen,” National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said during Wang’s visit on Friday (Oct 27). ALSO READ | ‘Need to have dialogue,’ China’s Wang Yi tells US as he lays groundwork for Xi-Biden meet Wang’s visit to Washington China’s top diplomat met with several senior US officials last week and the White House has said that the two sides are “working together towards a meeting”. However, Wang over the weekend said that the road to talks was still “not smooth.” During an event in Washington hosted by the Aspen Strategy Group, China’s foreign minister said that “both sides hope to stabilize and improve bilateral relations as soon as possible and agreed to work together toward a San Francisco summit between the two heads of state,” reported the Chinese state news agency Xinhua. ALSO READ | China’s top diplomat Wang Yi to visit US, will discuss a range of issues, says Washington He added, “The path to San Francisco is not smooth and cannot be left to ‘autopilot’”. Wang, as per Xinhua, also said that both sides must “eliminate interference, overcome obstacles, enhance consensus and accumulate results.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Top Chinese tech companies Alibaba and Baidu have dropped Israel’s official name from their digital maps available online. The move comes as the Chinese internet is getting inundated with antisemitism following the war between the Jewish country and the Islamist terror outfit Hamas.</p>

<p>Wall Street Journal on Monday first reported that Baidu and Alibaba no longer referred to Israel by name.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Baidu’s Chinese language online maps demarcate the internationally recognised borders of Israel, as well as the Palestinian territories, plus key cities, but don’t clearly identify the country by name,” the report said.</p>

<p>Notably,&nbsp;names of nations as small as Luxembourg could be seen in their entirety, but not of Israel. The Chinese companies have so far given no explanation behind this move.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Antisemitism in Chinese media and social media</strong></h2>

<p>Over the last month, antisemitism has flooded the Chinese internet, a territory strictly monitored by the Chinese Communist Party.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One comment by a top Chinese nationalist commentator generated massive engagement&nbsp;on China’s X-like platform ‘Weibo’, which warned the West against not forcing “others to the corner".</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Palestine war: UNSC emergency meeting on war, called by United Arab Emirates</strong></p>

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<p>"In the past, Germany persecuted you. Now, you persecute Palestinians. In this world, do not force others to the corner because you would only be digging your own grave," wrote the commentator.</p>

<p>"Jews always talk about how badly they were treated during World War II and throughout history. But you can't ask why. Otherwise, you are called a racist or that you envy their money," said another commentator in a Weibo post with over 2,000 likes.</p>

<p>Chinese media has also been reprimanding the US for standing “on the wrong side of history on Gaza".&nbsp;Chinese President Xi Jinping himself has thrown his weight behind Palestine.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-northern-gaza-under-fire-as-step-up-ground-incursion-652829"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas War: Israel `committed to getting all the hostages back home`, says Netanyahu</strong></a></p>

<p>"It is not possible to continue the historical injustice suffered by the Palestinians," the Chinese president said at the opening of the Riyadh-Gulf-Chinese Summit for Cooperation and Development in Saudi Arabia.</p>

<h2><strong>What Chinese think of Jews?</strong></h2>

<p>Conspiracy theories regarding Jewish influence have long circulated on China's internet, suggesting that organisations like Freemasonry have covertly wielded control over the US government and global affairs.</p>

<p>A Weibo account affiliated with China's state-owned CCTV alleged that the Jewish community held significant influence in US&nbsp;finance and politics, often citing Israel as a decisive factor in American elections. This post has been removed since.</p>

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Top Chinese tech companies Alibaba and Baidu have dropped Israel’s official name from their digital maps available online. The move comes as the Chinese internet is getting inundated with antisemitism following the war between the Jewish country and the Islamist terror outfit Hamas.

Top Chinese tech companies Alibaba and Baidu have dropped Israel’s official name from their digital maps available online. The move comes as the Chinese internet is getting inundated with antisemitism following the war between the Jewish country and the Islamist terror outfit Hamas. Wall Street Journal on Monday first reported that Baidu and Alibaba no longer referred to Israel by name. 🇨🇳🇮🇱 China has REMOVED ISRAEL from its online maps, including Baidu and Alibaba! pic.twitter.com/UwcD86N3Pz — Hend F Q (@LadyVelvet_HFQ) October 31, 2023 × “Baidu’s Chinese language online maps demarcate the internationally recognised borders of Israel, as well as the Palestinian territories, plus key cities, but don’t clearly identify the country by name,” the report said. Notably, names of nations as small as Luxembourg could be seen in their entirety, but not of Israel. The Chinese companies have so far given no explanation behind this move. Antisemitism in Chinese media and social media Over the last month, antisemitism has flooded the Chinese internet, a territory strictly monitored by the Chinese Communist Party. One comment by a top Chinese nationalist commentator generated massive engagement on China’s X-like platform ‘Weibo’, which warned the West against not forcing “others to the corner". Watch: Israel-Palestine war: UNSC emergency meeting on war, called by United Arab Emirates × "In the past, Germany persecuted you. Now, you persecute Palestinians. In this world, do not force others to the corner because you would only be digging your own grave," wrote the commentator. "Jews always talk about how badly they were treated during World War II and throughout history. But you can't ask why. Otherwise, you are called a racist or that you envy their money," said another commentator in a Weibo post with over 2,000 likes. Chinese media has also been reprimanding the US for standing “on the wrong side of history on Gaza". Chinese President Xi Jinping himself has thrown his weight behind Palestine. Also read: Israel-Hamas War: Israel `committed to getting all the hostages back home`, says Netanyahu "It is not possible to continue the historical injustice suffered by the Palestinians," the Chinese president said at the opening of the Riyadh-Gulf-Chinese Summit for Cooperation and Development in Saudi Arabia. What Chinese think of Jews? Conspiracy theories regarding Jewish influence have long circulated on China's internet, suggesting that organisations like Freemasonry have covertly wielded control over the US government and global affairs. A Weibo account affiliated with China's state-owned CCTV alleged that the Jewish community held significant influence in US finance and politics, often citing Israel as a decisive factor in American elections. This post has been removed since. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Chinese companies remove ‘Israel’ from digital maps as Xi backs Palestine

<p>Authorities in China are struggling to contain the massive outpour of tributes spurred by the death of former Chinese premier Li Keqiang.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chinese censors have been working overtime of late to stifle the grieving posts on the internet, ensuring that it doesn’t trigger a political or economic reform campaign.</p>

<p>The Guardian reported that several posts hailing the deceased leader as an economic reformer were taken down. The students have also been instructed not to express their grief publicly beyond the official lines.</p>

<p>A notice dispatched to the students at the Guiyang Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics mentioned that comments about the “political situation” should not be made. The notice also warned them against holding any public gatherings in the wake of Li Keqiang’s death.</p>

<h2><strong>Speculations about Li’s death</strong></h2>

<p>The CCP’s panic-stricken response to Li’s death has now fueled speculations about his untimely death on Chinese social media sites.</p>

<p>If Li Keqiang died of natural causes, the authorities should have a clear explanation, implied Hu Ping, honorary editor-in-chief of "Beijing Spring" magazine who is also an alumnus of Li Keqiang’s Peking University.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;China former Premier Li Keqiang dies of heart attack at age of 68</strong></p>

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<p>"If there is no explanation, it will inevitably lead to conspiracy theories," he said.</p>

<p>Chinese authorities said the ex-premier died of a “heart attack” without giving any further explanation. Given that his death occurred during a veiled political shake-up at the top level—the mysterious removal of Chinese defence and foreign ministers—some actually believe the conspiracy theories around Li’s death might have some weight.</p>

<h2><strong>Li was Xi’s “best substitute”</strong></h2>

<p>According to Wang Juntao, Li Keqiang’s Peking University alumnus, and chairman of the National Committee of the China Democratic Party, Xi Jinping can very well go to the lengths of “killing” his rivals to secure his hold on power.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-li-keqiangs-death-could-spur-anti-jinping-campaign-in-china-652012"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Explained: Why ex-premier Li Keqiang’s death could spur anti-Xi campaign in China</strong></a></p>

<p>“Li Keqiang is the best substitute, so Xi Jinping must cut off people’s thoughts and kill all those who may replace him,” he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Are there any previous instances?</strong></h2>

<p>It must be noted that it is extremely rare for top Chinese political leaders to die a sudden death, thanks to the CCP’s robust medical system that provides premium protection to top cadres.</p>

<p>Most of the top Chinese leaders are considered to have lived a long life, such as Hua Guofeng, 87 years old, and Li Peng, 91 years old.</p>

<p>Former Prime Minister Zhu Rongji, who is still alive today, is 95 years old, and Wen Jiabao is also 81 years old.</p>

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Authorities in China are struggling to contain the massive outpour of tributes spurred by the death of former Chinese premier Li Keqiang. Chinese censors have been working overtime of late to stifle the grieving posts on the internet, ensuring that it doesn’t trigger a political or economic reform campaign.

Authorities in China are struggling to contain the massive outpour of tributes spurred by the death of former Chinese premier Li Keqiang. Chinese censors have been working overtime of late to stifle the grieving posts on the internet, ensuring that it doesn’t trigger a political or economic reform campaign. The Guardian reported that several posts hailing the deceased leader as an economic reformer were taken down. The students have also been instructed not to express their grief publicly beyond the official lines. A notice dispatched to the students at the Guiyang Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics mentioned that comments about the “political situation” should not be made. The notice also warned them against holding any public gatherings in the wake of Li Keqiang’s death. Speculations about Li’s death The CCP’s panic-stricken response to Li’s death has now fueled speculations about his untimely death on Chinese social media sites. If Li Keqiang died of natural causes, the authorities should have a clear explanation, implied Hu Ping, honorary editor-in-chief of "Beijing Spring" magazine who is also an alumnus of Li Keqiang’s Peking University. Watch: China former Premier Li Keqiang dies of heart attack at age of 68 × "If there is no explanation, it will inevitably lead to conspiracy theories," he said. Chinese authorities said the ex-premier died of a “heart attack” without giving any further explanation. Given that his death occurred during a veiled political shake-up at the top level—the mysterious removal of Chinese defence and foreign ministers—some actually believe the conspiracy theories around Li’s death might have some weight. Li was Xi’s “best substitute” According to Wang Juntao, Li Keqiang’s Peking University alumnus, and chairman of the National Committee of the China Democratic Party, Xi Jinping can very well go to the lengths of “killing” his rivals to secure his hold on power. Also read: Explained: Why ex-premier Li Keqiang’s death could spur anti-Xi campaign in China “Li Keqiang is the best substitute, so Xi Jinping must cut off people’s thoughts and kill all those who may replace him,” he said. Are there any previous instances? It must be noted that it is extremely rare for top Chinese political leaders to die a sudden death, thanks to the CCP’s robust medical system that provides premium protection to top cadres. Most of the top Chinese leaders are considered to have lived a long life, such as Hua Guofeng, 87 years old, and Li Peng, 91 years old. Former Prime Minister Zhu Rongji, who is still alive today, is 95 years old, and Wen Jiabao is also 81 years old. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

China ex-PM Li Keqiang’s death sparks murmurs as govt censors social media tributes

US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping are expected to meet next month on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in San Francisco.

Joe Biden-Xi Jinping meet in San Francisco? Chinese FM Yi says, 'road to summit will not be smooth'

<p>United States President Joe Biden met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the White House on Friday (Oct 27) in a bid to possibly prepare for a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping as Washington and Beijing are in the midst of working to ease tensions between the two countries.</p>

<p>According to a statement by the White House, Wang and Biden held an hour of talks which Washington characterised as a “good opportunity” in keeping lines of communication open between Washington and Beijing.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What did they discuss?</strong></h2>

<p>China’s top diplomat is in the midst of conducting a second day of meetings with his American counterpart Secretary of State Antony Blinken to manage differences while laying groundwork ahead of an expected meeting between Biden and Xi in November.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-top-diplomat-wang-yi-to-visit-us-to-discuss-a-range-of-issues-says-washington-650485">China’s top diplomat Wang Yi to visit US, will discuss a range of issues, says Washington</a></strong></p>

<p>In a brief statement, the White House said that the US president also underscored that both countries “must work together to address global challenges.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additionally, Biden also told Wang that the US and China must “manage competition in the relationship responsibly and maintain open lines of communication.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US president also expressed his condolences on the passing of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-li-keqiangs-death-could-spur-anti-jinping-campaign-in-china-652012">former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang</a>, said the White House.&nbsp;</p>

<p>National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters that the hour-long meeting held in White House’s Roosevelt Room was a “positive development and a good opportunity to keep the conversation going.”</p>

<p>Kirby also said the Israel-Hamas war “certainly was on the agenda” for discussion during Wang’s three-day visit as well as global topics like climate change.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China’s top diplomat during his high-stakes visit to Washington also met with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Will Xi and Biden meet in November?</strong></h2>

<p>The US president is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart after Biden invited Xi to San Francisco next month for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. However, China has yet to announce whether Xi will attend. There is also no official confirmation if both leaders would hold a meeting on the sidelines of the summit.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/need-to-have-dialogue-chinas-wang-yi-tells-us-as-he-lays-groundwork-for-xi-biden-meet-651753">‘Need to have dialogue,’ China’s Wang Yi tells US as he lays groundwork for Xi-Biden meet</a></strong></p>

<p>“The president has said that he fully expects to meet again with President Xi. These are two guys that have a long-standing relationship and we’re confident that that’s going to happen,” said Kirby.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China’s top diplomat is on a high-stakes visit to Washington amid persistent diplomatic and security tensions between the world’s two largest economies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“China and the United States need to have dialogue. Not only should we resume dialogue, the dialogue should be in-depth and comprehensive,” Wang told Blinken after arriving in Washington on Thursday (Oct 26).</p>

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United States President Joe Biden met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the White House on Friday (Oct 27) in a bid to possibly prepare for a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping as Washington and Beijing are in the midst of working to ease tensions between the two countries.

United States President Joe Biden met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the White House on Friday (Oct 27) in a bid to possibly prepare for a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping as Washington and Beijing are in the midst of working to ease tensions between the two countries. According to a statement by the White House, Wang and Biden held an hour of talks which Washington characterised as a “good opportunity” in keeping lines of communication open between Washington and Beijing. What did they discuss? China’s top diplomat is in the midst of conducting a second day of meetings with his American counterpart Secretary of State Antony Blinken to manage differences while laying groundwork ahead of an expected meeting between Biden and Xi in November. ALSO READ | China’s top diplomat Wang Yi to visit US, will discuss a range of issues, says Washington In a brief statement, the White House said that the US president also underscored that both countries “must work together to address global challenges.” Additionally, Biden also told Wang that the US and China must “manage competition in the relationship responsibly and maintain open lines of communication.” The US president also expressed his condolences on the passing of former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, said the White House. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters that the hour-long meeting held in White House’s Roosevelt Room was a “positive development and a good opportunity to keep the conversation going.” Kirby also said the Israel-Hamas war “certainly was on the agenda” for discussion during Wang’s three-day visit as well as global topics like climate change. China’s top diplomat during his high-stakes visit to Washington also met with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. Will Xi and Biden meet in November? The US president is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart after Biden invited Xi to San Francisco next month for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. However, China has yet to announce whether Xi will attend. There is also no official confirmation if both leaders would hold a meeting on the sidelines of the summit. ALSO READ | ‘Need to have dialogue,’ China’s Wang Yi tells US as he lays groundwork for Xi-Biden meet “The president has said that he fully expects to meet again with President Xi. These are two guys that have a long-standing relationship and we’re confident that that’s going to happen,” said Kirby. China’s top diplomat is on a high-stakes visit to Washington amid persistent diplomatic and security tensions between the world’s two largest economies. “China and the United States need to have dialogue. Not only should we resume dialogue, the dialogue should be in-depth and comprehensive,” Wang told Blinken after arriving in Washington on Thursday (Oct 26). (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Biden meets China’s top diplomat Wang Yi, paving way for potential meeting with Xi Jinping

<p>Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that the journey towards a meeting between US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping was "not smooth", Chinese state media reported. This week, Wang met President Biden and other senior US officials in Washington. Both sides agreed on Friday to set up meeting between the leaders next month. Biden has invited Xi Jinping to San Francisco in the month of November for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.</p>

<p>The relations between the US and China are currently strained.</p>

<p>On Saturday, Wang spoke in front of the audience at a Washington event which was hosted by the Aspen Strategy Group. He said that "both sides hope to stabilise and improve bilateral relations as soon as possible and agreed to work together toward a San Francisco summit between the two heads of state," state news agency Xinhua reported.</p>

<p>"The path to San Francisco is not smooth and cannot be left to 'autopilot'," Wang warned, according to Xinhua</p>

<p><strong>Watch | China &amp; US need to resume comprehensive dialogue: China FM Wang Yi</strong></p>

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<p>After they met in Bali in November 2022, Biden and Xi have not had any contact.</p>

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<p>US-China relations are going through a tough phase are both countries don't see eye-to-eye over a number of bilateral issues as well as other global issues. China in recent times, has taken assertive steps to engage with island nations in the Indo-Pacific and also with other countries. US has responded by taking similar steps and strengthening its pre-existing alliances with countries across the world.</p>

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<p>Even in the case of Russia-Ukraine war, US and China are part of opposite camps. The US has led Western effort to aid Ukraine and slap economic sanctions on Russia while China has chosen to give diplomatic cover to Russia, has helped it shore up its economy.</p>

<p>US and China are sparring on the issue of semiconductors as well.</p>

<p>There have been efforts to cool things down from both the countries. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently visited Beijing and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was in the US earlier this week.</p>

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that the journey towards a meeting between US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping was "not smooth", Chinese state media reported.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that the journey towards a meeting between US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping was "not smooth", Chinese state media reported. This week, Wang met President Biden and other senior US officials in Washington. Both sides agreed on Friday to set up meeting between the leaders next month. Biden has invited Xi Jinping to San Francisco in the month of November for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. The relations between the US and China are currently strained. On Saturday, Wang spoke in front of the audience at a Washington event which was hosted by the Aspen Strategy Group. He said that "both sides hope to stabilise and improve bilateral relations as soon as possible and agreed to work together toward a San Francisco summit between the two heads of state," state news agency Xinhua reported. "The path to San Francisco is not smooth and cannot be left to 'autopilot'," Wang warned, according to Xinhua Watch | China & US need to resume comprehensive dialogue: China FM Wang Yi × After they met in Bali in November 2022, Biden and Xi have not had any contact. Also Read | China approves world’s first passenger-carrying flying taxi US-China relations are going through a tough phase are both countries don't see eye-to-eye over a number of bilateral issues as well as other global issues. China in recent times, has taken assertive steps to engage with island nations in the Indo-Pacific and also with other countries. US has responded by taking similar steps and strengthening its pre-existing alliances with countries across the world. Also Read | Civilian plane intercepted near Biden's home, fighter jets scramble as precaution Even in the case of Russia-Ukraine war, US and China are part of opposite camps. The US has led Western effort to aid Ukraine and slap economic sanctions on Russia while China has chosen to give diplomatic cover to Russia, has helped it shore up its economy. US and China are sparring on the issue of semiconductors as well. There have been efforts to cool things down from both the countries. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently visited Beijing and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was in the US earlier this week. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Path towards Xi-Biden meeting is 'not smooth', says Chinese foreign minister

<p>The United States has reportedly urged China to leverage its relationships in West Asia, particularly with Iran, to prevent the expansion of Israel-Hamas war in the&nbsp;region. The reported request comes days after US President Joe Biden's wartime Israel visit failed to even establish a leadership-to-leadership engagement with Arab leaders.</p>

<p>The diplomatic effort took place during what has been the first visit by a Chinese foreign minister to Washington since 2018.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wang held extensive meetings with the US President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. Among the topics discussed was the possibility of a summit between Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in San Francisco the following month.</p>

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<p>"We pressed China to take a more constructive approach, and that would include of course their engagements with the Iranians to urge calm," a senior US official was quoted as saying by Financial Times after the meetings with Wang.</p>

<p>"China obviously has relations in the region . . . We think it should be using those connections to call for calm on all sides. And I think some of their comments publicly have focused in one particular direction."</p>

<h2><strong>Israel-Hamas war: What is Washington's primary concern?</strong></h2>

<p>The primary worry for the US is the potential for Iranian military support to Hamas or Hezbollah, which could escalate the conflict in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US officials have encouraged China to take a more constructive approach in its engagement with Iran, advocating for de-escalation.</p>

<h2><strong>Has Beijing's influence outgrown Washington's in West Asia?</strong></h2>

<p>In March 2023, China outfoxed the&nbsp;US-led West after it succeeded in brokering an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-saudi-arabia-restore-ties-as-china-brokered-deal-outfoxes-west-570766">Iran-Saudi Arabia deal to restore the bilateral&nbsp;ties</a> between Shia and Sunni powerhouses respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recently, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spotlight-on-washingtons-waning-political-capital-after-gaza-hospital-blast-sinks-bidens-jordan-summit-648187">Washington's waning political capital</a> in the region was in spotlight after a four-way leaders' summit between US President Joe Biden, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Jordan's King Abdullah II, and Palestine Authority President&nbsp;Mahmoud Abbas was unilaterally cancelled by host Jordan after a deadly mass casualty at a Gaza hospital earlier this month, even though Israel presented evidence that it had no role and a rocket misfired from Gaza had led to the tragedy.</p>

<p>The unilateral cancellation of Biden's visit with Arab leaders occurred despite US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's shuttle diplomacy in the region when he established in-person contact with leaders in the region.<br />
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On October 27, China issued an unprecedented statement saying it will "strongly oppose any external forces interfering in Iran's internal affairs", in a veiled reference to Washington's warnings to Iran against indulging in conflict between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thereby, Beijing appears to have an edge&nbsp;over Washington when it comes to securing a goal towards a semblance of stability in West Asia.</p>

<h2><b>Wang Yi China visit: What else is on the cards?</b></h2>

<p>The discussions reportedly touched upon regional concerns, including actions in the South China Sea and the need for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.</p>

<p>Furthermore, the US raised the issue of counter-narcotics with China, urging Beijing&nbsp;to crack down on the export of chemicals used in the production of Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid responsible for a significant number of deaths among the young Americans.</p>

<p>Another topic of importance in the discussions was the re-establishment of military-to-military channels.</p>

<p>The US expressed its desire to reopen these channels, which China had previously shut down after then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan the previous y</p>

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The United States has reportedly urged China to leverage its relationships in West Asia, particularly with Iran, to prevent the expansion of Israel-Hamas war in the region.

The United States has reportedly urged China to leverage its relationships in West Asia, particularly with Iran, to prevent the expansion of Israel-Hamas war in the region. The reported request comes days after US President Joe Biden's wartime Israel visit failed to even establish a leadership-to-leadership engagement with Arab leaders. The diplomatic effort took place during what has been the first visit by a Chinese foreign minister to Washington since 2018. Wang held extensive meetings with the US President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. Among the topics discussed was the possibility of a summit between Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in San Francisco the following month. Also watch | China & US need to resume comprehensive dialogue: China FM Wang Yi | World News | WION × "We pressed China to take a more constructive approach, and that would include of course their engagements with the Iranians to urge calm," a senior US official was quoted as saying by Financial Times after the meetings with Wang. "China obviously has relations in the region . . . We think it should be using those connections to call for calm on all sides. And I think some of their comments publicly have focused in one particular direction." Israel-Hamas war: What is Washington's primary concern? The primary worry for the US is the potential for Iranian military support to Hamas or Hezbollah, which could escalate the conflict in the region. The US officials have encouraged China to take a more constructive approach in its engagement with Iran, advocating for de-escalation. Has Beijing's influence outgrown Washington's in West Asia? In March 2023, China outfoxed the US-led West after it succeeded in brokering an Iran-Saudi Arabia deal to restore the bilateral ties between Shia and Sunni powerhouses respectively. Recently, Washington's waning political capital in the region was in spotlight after a four-way leaders' summit between US President Joe Biden, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Jordan's King Abdullah II, and Palestine Authority President Mahmoud Abbas was unilaterally cancelled by host Jordan after a deadly mass casualty at a Gaza hospital earlier this month, even though Israel presented evidence that it had no role and a rocket misfired from Gaza had led to the tragedy. The unilateral cancellation of Biden's visit with Arab leaders occurred despite US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's shuttle diplomacy in the region when he established in-person contact with leaders in the region. On October 27, China issued an unprecedented statement saying it will "strongly oppose any external forces interfering in Iran's internal affairs", in a veiled reference to Washington's warnings to Iran against indulging in conflict between Israel and Hamas. Thereby, Beijing appears to have an edge over Washington when it comes to securing a goal towards a semblance of stability in West Asia. Wang Yi China visit: What else is on the cards? The discussions reportedly touched upon regional concerns, including actions in the South China Sea and the need for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Furthermore, the US raised the issue of counter-narcotics with China, urging Beijing to crack down on the export of chemicals used in the production of Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid responsible for a significant number of deaths among the young Americans. Another topic of importance in the discussions was the re-establishment of military-to-military channels. The US expressed its desire to reopen these channels, which China had previously shut down after then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan the previous y WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The death of former Chinese premier Li Keqiang triggered a wave of emotions on Chinese social media on Friday (Oct 27), with the related hashtag generating over 1 billion views on the social media platform Weibo.</p>

<p>According to the Chinese media, Li died of a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy of his market-oriented reforms and sometimes even those policies disputed by Chinese President Xi Jinping himself.</p>

<p>For him, ideology didn’t matter, pragmatism did. In a party dominated by engineers, he stood out as a renowned economist, ushering in an era of startling economic growth and impressive fiscal stability.</p>

<p>He was also super honest, best known for publicly acknowledging China’s economic problems and working to weed them out.</p>

<p>Naturally, he was not liked by Xi Jinping due to his bold, sometimes offensive (to Xi), way of dealing with things.</p>

<p>That’s why the Chinese government had little to say when it was asked to comment on Li’s death. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning asked reporters to refer to information from the official news agency Xinhua and the obituary to be released later.</p>

<p>BBC reported that the Chinese government had launched a crackdown on VPN use to prevent people from accessing too much information about the deceased leader.</p>

<p>They fear the mourning for the popular, liberal leader might snowball into a wave of criticism for the not-so-popular, not-so-liberal current leader Xi Jinping.</p>

<h2><strong>Differing priorities</strong></h2>

<p>Both Li and Xi had starkly different priorities in their minds. For Xi, ideology has been supreme. To eliminate his opposition and shore up his popularity amongst the top ranks of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), Xi Jinping initiated his “anti-corruption campaign” soon after taking the reins in 2012.</p>

<p>Hundreds of thousands of government and Communist Party officials at both the national and local levels were placed under investigation, detained or punished for corruption.</p>

<p>Li was least pleased with this campaign, as he thought of it as a major impediment to China’s economic ambitions.</p>

<p>Li noted that due to Xi’s heavy-handed approach, even honest and hard-working officials started avoiding fulfilling their duties while hoping to wait out the raging political storm.</p>

<p>Their rivalry became intense in 2016 when Li called out Xi’s policies in a public meeting of the Communist Party.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will improve oversight and accountability systems, root out incompetence, inertia, and negligence, and show zero tolerance for those who are on the government payroll but do not perform their duties," he had said in his March 5 speech. Many experts deemed his words were directed at none other than the supreme leader himself.</p>

<p>"Relations between Xi and Li have seriously soured," one political source in Beijing was quoted as saying by Nikkei Asia soon after this speech was given.</p>

<h2><strong>Open defiance of the Zero-Covid approach</strong></h2>

<p>The most recent tussle between the two top leaders of China came to the surface during the years of the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>He despised Xi Jinping’s Zero-Covid approach, mainly because it induced nothing but destruction into the Chinese economy. He couldn’t criticise Xi’s moves directly but didn’t spare any chance to highlight their ramifications for the Chinese economy.</p>

<p>Referring to the challenges brought in by Xi’s disastrous management, Li said in a&nbsp;May 2022 speech, “The difficulties, in some areas and to a certain degree, are even greater than the severe shock of the pandemic in 2020."</p>

<p>He added that there was a clear way forward, saying that "development is the basis and key to solving all problems in China". Development, not ideology.</p>

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<p>"To do a good job of epidemic prevention and control, we need financial and material resources. We need development to support stable employment, people's livelihoods and risk prevention," he said.</p>

<p>He would often go out and meet people without putting a mask on. Once he visited a university in Yunnan province, without a mask, and attended a function where none of the students were wearing masks.</p>

<p>This triggered a viral discussion on social media, with posts praising the premier.</p>

<p>Shockingly, some reports emerged that authorities were censoring the hashtag #PremierAtYunnanUniversity.</p>

<h2><strong>Massive support base</strong></h2>

<p>Xi Jinping always saw Li Keqiang as a major threat to his hold on power. He was backed by former President Hu Jintao’s faction and also the 90-million-member strong Communist Youth League.</p>

<p>Li always enjoyed support from the ‘intellectual wing’ of the CCP.</p>

<p>Xi, on the other hand, is backed by the 'princeling faction' and the 'second red generation'. Princelings are the children of prominent and influential senior party officials; the second red generation is a smaller group of children of revolutionary-era party leaders.</p>

<p>Li had been seen as Hu Jintao’s preferred successor as president about a decade ago. However, the need to balance party factions prompted the leadership to choose Xi.</p>

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<p>Last October, Li was shown the exit door from the Standing Committee at a party congress despite being more than two years below the informal retirement age of 70.</p>

<p>And now he is dead, just days after China fired its defence minister and foreign minister in mysterious circumstances.</p>

<p>As both China’s economy and Xi’s popularity kiss the ground, many Chinese think about where their country would have been, had Li taken the reins long back.</p>

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The death of former Chinese premier Li Keqiang triggered a wave of emotions on Chinese social media on Friday (Oct 27), with the related hashtag generating over 1 billion views on the social media platform Weibo.

The death of former Chinese premier Li Keqiang triggered a wave of emotions on Chinese social media on Friday (Oct 27), with the related hashtag generating over 1 billion views on the social media platform Weibo. According to the Chinese media, Li died of a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy of his market-oriented reforms and sometimes even those policies disputed by Chinese President Xi Jinping himself. For him, ideology didn’t matter, pragmatism did. In a party dominated by engineers, he stood out as a renowned economist, ushering in an era of startling economic growth and impressive fiscal stability. He was also super honest, best known for publicly acknowledging China’s economic problems and working to weed them out. Naturally, he was not liked by Xi Jinping due to his bold, sometimes offensive (to Xi), way of dealing with things. That’s why the Chinese government had little to say when it was asked to comment on Li’s death. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning asked reporters to refer to information from the official news agency Xinhua and the obituary to be released later. BBC reported that the Chinese government had launched a crackdown on VPN use to prevent people from accessing too much information about the deceased leader. They fear the mourning for the popular, liberal leader might snowball into a wave of criticism for the not-so-popular, not-so-liberal current leader Xi Jinping. Differing priorities Both Li and Xi had starkly different priorities in their minds. For Xi, ideology has been supreme. To eliminate his opposition and shore up his popularity amongst the top ranks of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), Xi Jinping initiated his “anti-corruption campaign” soon after taking the reins in 2012. Hundreds of thousands of government and Communist Party officials at both the national and local levels were placed under investigation, detained or punished for corruption. Li was least pleased with this campaign, as he thought of it as a major impediment to China’s economic ambitions. Li noted that due to Xi’s heavy-handed approach, even honest and hard-working officials started avoiding fulfilling their duties while hoping to wait out the raging political storm. Their rivalry became intense in 2016 when Li called out Xi’s policies in a public meeting of the Communist Party. "We will improve oversight and accountability systems, root out incompetence, inertia, and negligence, and show zero tolerance for those who are on the government payroll but do not perform their duties," he had said in his March 5 speech. Many experts deemed his words were directed at none other than the supreme leader himself. "Relations between Xi and Li have seriously soured," one political source in Beijing was quoted as saying by Nikkei Asia soon after this speech was given. Open defiance of the Zero-Covid approach The most recent tussle between the two top leaders of China came to the surface during the years of the COVID-19 pandemic. He despised Xi Jinping’s Zero-Covid approach, mainly because it induced nothing but destruction into the Chinese economy. He couldn’t criticise Xi’s moves directly but didn’t spare any chance to highlight their ramifications for the Chinese economy. Referring to the challenges brought in by Xi’s disastrous management, Li said in a May 2022 speech, “The difficulties, in some areas and to a certain degree, are even greater than the severe shock of the pandemic in 2020." He added that there was a clear way forward, saying that "development is the basis and key to solving all problems in China". Development, not ideology. Watch: China former Premier Li Keqiang dies of heart attack at age of 68 × "To do a good job of epidemic prevention and control, we need financial and material resources. We need development to support stable employment, people's livelihoods and risk prevention," he said. He would often go out and meet people without putting a mask on. Once he visited a university in Yunnan province, without a mask, and attended a function where none of the students were wearing masks. This triggered a viral discussion on social media, with posts praising the premier. Shockingly, some reports emerged that authorities were censoring the hashtag #PremierAtYunnanUniversity. Massive support base Xi Jinping always saw Li Keqiang as a major threat to his hold on power. He was backed by former President Hu Jintao’s faction and also the 90-million-member strong Communist Youth League. Li always enjoyed support from the ‘intellectual wing’ of the CCP. Xi, on the other hand, is backed by the 'princeling faction' and the 'second red generation'. Princelings are the children of prominent and influential senior party officials; the second red generation is a smaller group of children of revolutionary-era party leaders. Li had been seen as Hu Jintao’s preferred successor as president about a decade ago. However, the need to balance party factions prompted the leadership to choose Xi. Also read: Chinese `research` ship Shi Yan 6 to remain at Colombo port till Oct 28 amid India, US concerns Last October, Li was shown the exit door from the Standing Committee at a party congress despite being more than two years below the informal retirement age of 70. And now he is dead, just days after China fired its defence minister and foreign minister in mysterious circumstances. As both China’s economy and Xi’s popularity kiss the ground, many Chinese think about where their country would have been, had Li taken the reins long back. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Explained: Why ex-premier Li Keqiang’s death could spur anti-Xi campaign in China

Li was China's No. 2 leader from 2013-23 and an advocate for private business till Xi Jinping made himself the most powerful Chinese leader.

China former Premier Li Keqiang dies of heart attack at age of 68

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<p>Li Keqiang, a former Chinese premier, has died after suffering a heart attack at the age of 68.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Keqiang, once the second-most powerful man in the ruling Chinese Communist Party, suffered a sudden heart attack on Thursday. He was on a holiday in Shanghai, state media reported. He passed away on Friday morning after attempts to revive him failed.</p>

<p>Li was famous for his pragmatism in economic policies. During his final term, he was the only top official who was not a loyalist of Xi Jinping.</p>

<p>Here's everything you need to know about Li Keqiang.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Li Keqiang's Early Life &amp; Rise In Politics</strong></h2>

<p>Li, the son of a local official, came from a humble background. He was born in July 1955 in Dingyuan County in Eastern China's Anhui province.</p>

<p>In his teenage years, Li witnessed&nbsp;turmoil during the Cultural Revolution for a decade (1966-76). In 1977, he enrolled at the Peking University to study law. He completed his master's degree in economics in 1988.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Keqiang was a proficient English speaker. He helped translate crucial legal works from English to Chinese, like The Due Process of Law by Lord Denning.</p>

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<p>His dissertation during his PhD in economics was about the structure of the Chinese economy, which won the Sun Yefang Economics Prize.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Li Keqiang spent his early political years in the Communist Party's youth movement, the Chinese Communist Youth League (CCYL). In 1982, he became the secretary of the CCYL committee at the Peking University.</p>

<h2><strong>Li Keqiang's Political Career</strong></h2>

<p>In 1988, Li became the youngest governor of a province in China, leading the Henan province.</p>

<p>In December 2004, he became the party secretary in the north-eastern province of Liaoning.</p>

<p>Li Keqiang became the vice-premier in March 2008. Many speculated that he would succeed Hu Jinato as the president. However, he lost to Xi Jinping. Amid much fanfare, Li became the premier in March 2013.</p>

<p>His economic policy's objective was to decrease China's dependency on debt-fuelled growth and steer the economy towards self-sustainability. It was termed as 'Likonomics.'</p>

<p>In March 2018, Li was re-elected as the premier for a second five-year term. Later, he retired as the party's top leadership and retired as premier in 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Li Keqiang's Family</strong></h2>

<p>Not much is public about Li's personal life. He was married to Cheng Hong, an English professor. They have a daughter together.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Li Keqiang, a former Chinese premier, has died after suffering a heart attack at the age of 68. Keqiang, once the second-most powerful man in the ruling Chinese Communist Party, suffered a sudden heart attack on Thursday.

Li Keqiang, a former Chinese premier, has died after suffering a heart attack at the age of 68. Keqiang, once the second-most powerful man in the ruling Chinese Communist Party, suffered a sudden heart attack on Thursday. He was on a holiday in Shanghai, state media reported. He passed away on Friday morning after attempts to revive him failed. Li was famous for his pragmatism in economic policies. During his final term, he was the only top official who was not a loyalist of Xi Jinping. Here's everything you need to know about Li Keqiang. Li Keqiang's Early Life & Rise In Politics Li, the son of a local official, came from a humble background. He was born in July 1955 in Dingyuan County in Eastern China's Anhui province. In his teenage years, Li witnessed turmoil during the Cultural Revolution for a decade (1966-76). In 1977, he enrolled at the Peking University to study law. He completed his master's degree in economics in 1988. Keqiang was a proficient English speaker. He helped translate crucial legal works from English to Chinese, like The Due Process of Law by Lord Denning. ALSO READ | Chinese 'research' ship Shi Yan 6 docks at Colombo port amid India, US concerns His dissertation during his PhD in economics was about the structure of the Chinese economy, which won the Sun Yefang Economics Prize. Li Keqiang spent his early political years in the Communist Party's youth movement, the Chinese Communist Youth League (CCYL). In 1982, he became the secretary of the CCYL committee at the Peking University. Li Keqiang's Political Career In 1988, Li became the youngest governor of a province in China, leading the Henan province. In December 2004, he became the party secretary in the north-eastern province of Liaoning. Li Keqiang became the vice-premier in March 2008. Many speculated that he would succeed Hu Jinato as the president. However, he lost to Xi Jinping. Amid much fanfare, Li became the premier in March 2013. His economic policy's objective was to decrease China's dependency on debt-fuelled growth and steer the economy towards self-sustainability. It was termed as 'Likonomics.' In March 2018, Li was re-elected as the premier for a second five-year term. Later, he retired as the party's top leadership and retired as premier in 2023. Li Keqiang's Family Not much is public about Li's personal life. He was married to Cheng Hong, an English professor. They have a daughter together. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Who was Li Keqiang? Former Chinese premier who died of heart attack

China has removed from office its missing Defence Minister Li Shangfu. Li was last seen in public in August. Beijing has not said a word on where Li is or why he was unceremoniously sacked. So, what is China hiding?

Gravitas: China sacks missing Defence Minister Li Shangfu

China has removed General Li Shang Fu from the post of Defense Minister. This is the second leadership shake-up in 3 months.

China sacks key ministers and rank holders

China sacks two ministers: Defence Minister Li Shangfu & Foreign Minister Qin Gang removed

<p>Chinese leader Xi Jinping said Wednesday (Oct 25) that Beijing was ready to cooperate with the US on issues pertaining to global security and stability, Chinese state media reported.</p>

<p>Whether or not the United States and China could establish the "right" way of getting along would be crucial to the world, Xi reportedly wrote in a letter dispatched to the National Committee on United States-China Relations.</p>

<p>Xi said both nations should stabilise their relations based on the principles of "mutual respect, peaceful co-existence and win-win cooperation."</p>

<p>Xi’s statement comes ahead of a key visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Washington DC starting Thursday (Oct 26). He will be there till Saturday and engage with top US officials, including State Secretary Antony Blinken.</p>

<p>Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning on Tuesday said Wang would have in-depth exchanges on several areas, including bilateral ties and regional and international issues of common concern.</p>

<h2><strong>Speculations of a Xi-Biden meet</strong></h2>

<p>Experts believe the trip by the top Chinese diplomat would focus on laying the ground for a potential meeting between Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden.</p>

<p>The potential meeting might take place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in San Francisco.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;China's top diplomat, Wang Yi is US this week</strong></p>

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<p>Xi last visited the US in April 2017, when he visited then-president Donald Trump in Florida. On the other hand, Biden is yet to travel to China since becoming the president.</p>

<p>Both leaders last met in Indonesia last year on the sidelines of the G20 summit.</p>

<h2><strong>Increasing engagements between the US and China</strong></h2>

<p>On Tuesday (Oct 24), the China-US Economic Working Group conducted its inaugural meeting via video link. The Chinese finance ministry characterised the meeting as "thorough, open, and productive."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US Department of the Treasury announced that the new Financial Working Group will convene on Wednesday.</p>

<p>These two working groups were established in September with the goal of enhancing communication on economic and financial matters. This initiative stemmed from discussions between Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen during their meeting in Beijing in July.</p>

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<p>Analysts suggest that the increased frequency of official exchanges, spanning from discussions between deputy foreign ministers to the activities of economic and financial working groups, as well as Wang's trip to Washington, may signify preparations for a potential leaders' summit.</p>

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Chinese leader Xi Jinping said Wednesday (Oct 25) that Beijing was ready to cooperate with the US on issues pertaining to global security and stability, Chinese state media reported.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping said Wednesday (Oct 25) that Beijing was ready to cooperate with the US on issues pertaining to global security and stability, Chinese state media reported. Whether or not the United States and China could establish the "right" way of getting along would be crucial to the world, Xi reportedly wrote in a letter dispatched to the National Committee on United States-China Relations. Xi said both nations should stabilise their relations based on the principles of "mutual respect, peaceful co-existence and win-win cooperation." Xi’s statement comes ahead of a key visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Washington DC starting Thursday (Oct 26). He will be there till Saturday and engage with top US officials, including State Secretary Antony Blinken. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning on Tuesday said Wang would have in-depth exchanges on several areas, including bilateral ties and regional and international issues of common concern. Speculations of a Xi-Biden meet Experts believe the trip by the top Chinese diplomat would focus on laying the ground for a potential meeting between Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden. The potential meeting might take place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in San Francisco. Watch: China's top diplomat, Wang Yi is US this week × Xi last visited the US in April 2017, when he visited then-president Donald Trump in Florida. On the other hand, Biden is yet to travel to China since becoming the president. Both leaders last met in Indonesia last year on the sidelines of the G20 summit. Increasing engagements between the US and China On Tuesday (Oct 24), the China-US Economic Working Group conducted its inaugural meeting via video link. The Chinese finance ministry characterised the meeting as "thorough, open, and productive." The US Department of the Treasury announced that the new Financial Working Group will convene on Wednesday. These two working groups were established in September with the goal of enhancing communication on economic and financial matters. This initiative stemmed from discussions between Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen during their meeting in Beijing in July. Also read: China’s top diplomat Wang Yi to visit US, will discuss a range of issues, says Washington Analysts suggest that the increased frequency of official exchanges, spanning from discussions between deputy foreign ministers to the activities of economic and financial working groups, as well as Wang's trip to Washington, may signify preparations for a potential leaders' summit. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

‘Ready to cooperate,’ China’s Xi tells US ahead of key visit by Foreign Minister Wang Yi

<p>A Chinese book on a Ming duynasty emperor who ran his kingdom into the ground and committed suicide 400 years ago has suddenly disappeared from book stores in China and even online searches for the book are being censored, reported Financial Times. It has been reported that the book draws certain parallels between the failed king and current Chines President Xi Jinping.</p>

<p>The book titled 'Chongzhen: the Diligent Emperor of a Failed Dynasty' is a reprint of an already published book which is likely to have been vetted by elements of Chinese state. The disappearance of the book is hence being considered uncommon</p>

<p>The book describes the reign of last emperor of the Ming dynasty. It described how the king purged senior officials and mismanaged his kingdom and as the rebels closed in on Beijing, hung himself on a tree outside the Forbidden City.</p>

<p>The book's cover reportedly says that the harder Chongzhen worked, the faster he brought about downfall of the empire.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“A series of foolish measures [and] every step a mistake, the more diligent [he was] the faster the downfall,” it says.</p>

<p>Anything negative that draws parallels with current leaders has long been censored in China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China is still struggling to recover from economic effects of Xi's ultra-strict Zero Covid policy. It has been argued that the policy hit consumers as well as small businesses.</p>

<p>The previous edition of the book carried a milder title; 'The Past of Chongzhen: The Final Scene of the Ming Empire'. It was authored by late historian Chen Wutong.</p>

<p>According to Financial Times, searches for the book on China's popular social media app Weibo, have been censred.</p>

<p>Xi Jinping himself takes study of history very seriously.</p>

<p>“I think he believes history has a pattern and it’s meaningful and people have to get the right idea from it,” said Kerry Brown, professor of Chinese studies and director of the Lau China Institute at King’s College, London, as quoted by Financial Times</p>

<p>Chinese censors have been swift to remove online content that casts a poor light on Xi Jinping.</p>

<p>In 2017, searches for Winnie the Pooh, the portly cartoon character was banned after an online joke compared the character's physical resemblance with Xi Jinping.</p>

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A Chinese book on a Ming duynasty emperor who ran his kingdom into the ground and committed suicide 400 years ago has suddenly disappeared from book stores in China and even online searches for the book are being censored, reported Financial Times.

A Chinese book on a Ming duynasty emperor who ran his kingdom into the ground and committed suicide 400 years ago has suddenly disappeared from book stores in China and even online searches for the book are being censored, reported Financial Times. It has been reported that the book draws certain parallels between the failed king and current Chines President Xi Jinping. The book titled 'Chongzhen: the Diligent Emperor of a Failed Dynasty' is a reprint of an already published book which is likely to have been vetted by elements of Chinese state. The disappearance of the book is hence being considered uncommon The book describes the reign of last emperor of the Ming dynasty. It described how the king purged senior officials and mismanaged his kingdom and as the rebels closed in on Beijing, hung himself on a tree outside the Forbidden City. The book's cover reportedly says that the harder Chongzhen worked, the faster he brought about downfall of the empire. “A series of foolish measures [and] every step a mistake, the more diligent [he was] the faster the downfall,” it says. Anything negative that draws parallels with current leaders has long been censored in China. China is still struggling to recover from economic effects of Xi's ultra-strict Zero Covid policy. It has been argued that the policy hit consumers as well as small businesses. The previous edition of the book carried a milder title; 'The Past of Chongzhen: The Final Scene of the Ming Empire'. It was authored by late historian Chen Wutong. According to Financial Times, searches for the book on China's popular social media app Weibo, have been censred. Xi Jinping himself takes study of history very seriously. “I think he believes history has a pattern and it’s meaningful and people have to get the right idea from it,” said Kerry Brown, professor of Chinese studies and director of the Lau China Institute at King’s College, London, as quoted by Financial Times Chinese censors have been swift to remove online content that casts a poor light on Xi Jinping. In 2017, searches for Winnie the Pooh, the portly cartoon character was banned after an online joke compared the character's physical resemblance with Xi Jinping. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has thrown an unpromising invitation to US President Joe Biden for a cup of tea in Moscow. Putin's purported invite came a day after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-attacks-russian-targets-with-missile-system-covertly-given-by-the-us-648172">Ukraine attacked Russian targets with missile system covertly supplied to Kyiv</a> by Washington.</p>

<p>These long-range missiles are known as ATACMS or Army Tactical Missile System and were designed during the end of the Cold War for deep-strike missions on priority targets detrimental to American interests.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-attacks-russian-targets-with-missile-system-covertly-given-by-the-us-648172">Ukraine attacks Russian targets with missile system secretly given by the US</a></strong></p>

<p>Putin invited Biden "for pancakes and tea" after holding talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'If Russia has lost the war...': Vladimir Putin's big statement</strong></h2>

<p>Putin delivered these remarks during a rare trip to Beijing.&nbsp;When asked by a journalist about US President Joe&nbsp;Biden’s comment that Russia had already lost the war in Ukraine, Putin appeared incensed.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Ukraine proves America's billion-dollar weapons are not invincible</strong></p>

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<p>"If Russia has lost the war, why do they [the US] supply ATACMS?" Putin asked.</p>

<p>"Let them take them back, and all the other weapons. He [Biden] can take a seat and eat pancakes and visit us for some tea."</p>

<h2><strong>Putin's 'tea' remark for Joe Biden: What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>A number of Vladimir Putin's opponents as well as Russian dissidents have died in suspicious circumstances and alleged poisoning instances.</p>

<p>A few of these dissidents have died after drinking poisoned cup(s) of tea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two years ago, the European Court of Human Rights found the Kremlin responsible for the 2006 assassination of Alexander Litvinenko, 43, a Putin critic who reportedly died after drinking green tea at a London hotel.</p>

<p>The Kremlin had denounced the verdict.</p>

<p>Similarly, Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned in Siberia&nbsp;after a powder dissolved in a liquid&nbsp;was reportedly put into his tea&nbsp;he drank at a Russian airport.</p>

<p>Putin added that Washington's deliveries of its weapons&nbsp;were a "mistake".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There’s nothing good for Ukraine in this. It just prolongs the agony," he added.</p>

<p>Vladimir Putin is a guest of honour at a summit in Beijing, attended by the likes of a Taliban minister among others, to mark the 10th anniversary of China's expansionist trade project, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has thrown an unpromising invitation to US President Joe Biden for a cup of tea in Moscow. Putin's purported invite came a day after Ukraine attacked Russian targets with missile system covertly supplied to Kyiv by Washington.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has thrown an unpromising invitation to US President Joe Biden for a cup of tea in Moscow. Putin's purported invite came a day after Ukraine attacked Russian targets with missile system covertly supplied to Kyiv by Washington. These long-range missiles are known as ATACMS or Army Tactical Missile System and were designed during the end of the Cold War for deep-strike missions on priority targets detrimental to American interests. Also read | Ukraine attacks Russian targets with missile system secretly given by the US Putin invited Biden "for pancakes and tea" after holding talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing. 'If Russia has lost the war...': Vladimir Putin's big statement Putin delivered these remarks during a rare trip to Beijing. When asked by a journalist about US President Joe Biden’s comment that Russia had already lost the war in Ukraine, Putin appeared incensed. Also watch | Gravitas: Ukraine proves America's billion-dollar weapons are not invincible × "If Russia has lost the war, why do they [the US] supply ATACMS?" Putin asked. "Let them take them back, and all the other weapons. He [Biden] can take a seat and eat pancakes and visit us for some tea." Putin's 'tea' remark for Joe Biden: What does it mean? A number of Vladimir Putin's opponents as well as Russian dissidents have died in suspicious circumstances and alleged poisoning instances. A few of these dissidents have died after drinking poisoned cup(s) of tea. Two years ago, the European Court of Human Rights found the Kremlin responsible for the 2006 assassination of Alexander Litvinenko, 43, a Putin critic who reportedly died after drinking green tea at a London hotel. The Kremlin had denounced the verdict. Similarly, Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned in Siberia after a powder dissolved in a liquid was reportedly put into his tea he drank at a Russian airport. Putin added that Washington's deliveries of its weapons were a "mistake". "There’s nothing good for Ukraine in this. It just prolongs the agony," he added. Vladimir Putin is a guest of honour at a summit in Beijing, attended by the likes of a Taliban minister among others, to mark the 10th anniversary of China's expansionist trade project, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

In Beijing, Putin invites Biden to come over for 'pancakes and tea'

US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping will be in San Francisco next month there simultaneous presence at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit holds out. The tantalizing possibility of a summit meeting between the two leaders but while Biden says that he's open to the prospects China has said that it can only happen if the United States meets four conditions including recognizing its hold on Taiwan.

Chinese diplomat Xu Xueyuan sets conditions for Biden-Xi meet

<p>Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday (Oct 19) told Egypt’s prime minister that his nation was willing to work with Cairo to bring stability to West Asia, a region rocked by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.</p>

<p>"China is willing to enhance cooperation with Egypt... and inject more certainty and stability into the region and the world," Xi was quoted as saying to PM Mostafa Madbouli by Chinese state media.</p>

<p>"China and Egypt are good friends who share the same goals and trust each other, and good partners who work hand-in-hand for development and common prosperity", CCTV reported Xi as saying.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Palestine war: Biden to meet leaders of Israel, Jordan, Egypt and Palestine</strong></p>

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<p>"At present, the international and regional situation is undergoing profound and complex changes, and the world is experiencing rapid changes not seen for a century," Xi said.</p>

<p>Beijing was also willing to work with Cairo to "jointly safeguard international fairness and justice as well as the common interests of developing countries", he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Egypt’s aid corridor to Gaza</strong></h2>

<p>Egypt on Thursday announced it will allow the "sustainable" passage of humanitarian aid through the Rafah crossing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ties between China and Egypt have strengthened over the past few years, with the latter all set to join the BRICS bloc, a grouping of developing nations including Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-let-aid-into-gaza-via-egypt-announces-prime-minister-benjamin-netanyahu-648492"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Israel to let aid into Gaza via Egypt, announces Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu</strong></a></p>

<p>Xi also congratulated the Egyptian leader for becoming an official member of the bloc.</p>

<p>"China congratulates Egypt on joining the BRICS cooperation mechanism and believes that this will inject new impetus into BRICS cooperation," Xi told Madbouli, according to CCTV.</p>

<h2><strong>China’s stance on the Israel-Hamas war</strong></h2>

<p>Beijing has failed to condemn Hamas terrorists for their deadly Oct 7 assault on Israel, with its Foreign Minister Wang Yi openly condemning Israel’s actions for going "beyond the scope of self-defence".</p>

<p>Earlier, China also called on the Jewish nation to "cease its collective punishment of the people of Gaza".</p>

<p>"(Israel) should listen earnestly to the calls of the international community... and cease its collective punishment of the people of Gaza," Wang was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<p>China has increasingly come under fire from Western officials for not condemning Hamas terrorists in any of its statements given on the ongoing war so far.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday (Oct 19) told Egypt’s prime minister that his nation was willing to work with Cairo to bring stability to West Asia, a region rocked by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday (Oct 19) told Egypt’s prime minister that his nation was willing to work with Cairo to bring stability to West Asia, a region rocked by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. "China is willing to enhance cooperation with Egypt... and inject more certainty and stability into the region and the world," Xi was quoted as saying to PM Mostafa Madbouli by Chinese state media. "China and Egypt are good friends who share the same goals and trust each other, and good partners who work hand-in-hand for development and common prosperity", CCTV reported Xi as saying. Watch: Israel-Palestine war: Biden to meet leaders of Israel, Jordan, Egypt and Palestine × "At present, the international and regional situation is undergoing profound and complex changes, and the world is experiencing rapid changes not seen for a century," Xi said. Beijing was also willing to work with Cairo to "jointly safeguard international fairness and justice as well as the common interests of developing countries", he said. Egypt’s aid corridor to Gaza Egypt on Thursday announced it will allow the "sustainable" passage of humanitarian aid through the Rafah crossing. Ties between China and Egypt have strengthened over the past few years, with the latter all set to join the BRICS bloc, a grouping of developing nations including Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. Also read: Israel to let aid into Gaza via Egypt, announces Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Xi also congratulated the Egyptian leader for becoming an official member of the bloc. "China congratulates Egypt on joining the BRICS cooperation mechanism and believes that this will inject new impetus into BRICS cooperation," Xi told Madbouli, according to CCTV. China’s stance on the Israel-Hamas war Beijing has failed to condemn Hamas terrorists for their deadly Oct 7 assault on Israel, with its Foreign Minister Wang Yi openly condemning Israel’s actions for going "beyond the scope of self-defence". Earlier, China also called on the Jewish nation to "cease its collective punishment of the people of Gaza". "(Israel) should listen earnestly to the calls of the international community... and cease its collective punishment of the people of Gaza," Wang was quoted as saying by AFP. China has increasingly come under fire from Western officials for not condemning Hamas terrorists in any of its statements given on the ongoing war so far. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

China to work with ‘good friend’ Egypt to bring peace to West Asia, says Xi

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China to meet his "No Limits" partner President Xi Jinping since the war broke out in Ukraine and this is the first time he's travelled to the capital of another P5 member country. Chinese President Xi Jinping greeted his dear friend Putin as China welcomes representatives from 130 countries for the Belt and Road Initiative Forum.

BRI Forum: Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping to hold bilateral today

The US has just fired another shot in the ongoing tech trade war with China. In a move that's making waves across the globe, the Biden administration has taken a stand to halt shipments of advanced artificial intelligence chips. But this is much more than just a trade restriction; it's a strategic chess move that could shape the future of AI and global security.

US tightens rules on AI chip sales to China, update will cut off China from advanced AI chips

The third Belt and Road Forum for international cooperation officially kicked off in Beijing today. Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony in an opening address. Xi warned against decoupling from China while he criticized Western efforts to reduce dependence on the Chinese economy.

China Belt & Road summit kicks off: Xi delivers keynote address, warns against decoupling from China

<p>President Vladimir Putin of Russia heaped praise&nbsp;on Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) summit being held in Beijing.</p>

<p>On his second visit&nbsp;outside the former Soviet Union since the Ukraine war, Putin took the opportunity to market Russia's much-touted Northern Sea Route (NSR)&nbsp;and invited global investments in the project he claims would deepen trade ties between East and West.</p>

<p>“As for the Northern Sea Route, Russia does not just offer its partners to actively use its transit potential, I will say more: we invite interested states to participate directly in its development, and we are ready to provide reliable ice breaker navigation, communication and supply,” Putin said.</p>

<p>The NSR runs from Murmansk near Russia’s border with Norway eastwards to the Bering Strait near Alaska.</p>

<p>“Starting next year, navigation for ice-class cargo ships along the entire length of the Northern Sea Route will become year-round,” Putin announced.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Russian President Putin arrives in China to meet Xi Jinping</strong></p>

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<p>Putin referred to Xi as his "dear friend" and thanked him for bringing the world together and reviving the ancient Silk Road through the BRI project.</p>

<p>“Russia and China, like most countries of the world, share the desire for equal, mutually beneficial cooperation in order to achieve universal sustainable and long-term economic progress and social well-being, while respecting the diversity of civilisation and the right of each State to its own development model,” Putin said.</p>

<h2><strong>Biden-Xi meet</strong></h2>

<p>The two leaders earlier met on Tuesday (Oct 17) to kick off the BRI meeting.</p>

<p>Both leaders reportedly discussed the Middle East and Ukraine in the meeting, with Putin emphasising that common threats were pushing the two nations even closer.</p>

<p>Putin is amongst the representatives of 130 nations attending the forum, but he is all set to further strengthen his already strong partnership with Xi in the wake of new geopolitical challenges induced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.</p>

<p>As of now, both sides have refrained from sharing any details but it is expected that “special attention will be paid to international and regional issues,” according to a statement from the Kremlin.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-xi-meeting-whats-on-agenda-and-why-no-high-publicity-deals-are-expected-647769"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Putin-Xi meeting: What’s on agenda and why no high-publicity deals are expected</strong></a></p>

<p>Experts see this visit by Putin as more of a symbolic gesture and don’t expect any high-publicity deal. "Russia is aware that China doesn't want to sign any high publicity deals," Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<h2><strong>Message from China</strong></h2>

<p>The BRI meeting comes at the height of the persistent tensions between US and China. Xi Jinping took the opportunity to warn the West against its decoupling efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We stand against unilateral sanctions, economic coercion, decoupling and supply chain disruption," Xi told more than 1,000 delegates gathered in an ornate conference room in the Great Hall of the People west of Tiananmen Square.</p>

<p>Jinping also lauded China's BRI programme, claiming it was acting as a bridge between continents and helping build infrastructure around the world.</p>

<h2><strong>Putin's warning to US</strong></h2>

<p>Putin on&nbsp;Wednesday said in a press conference that US deliveries of long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine were a "mistake" that would create additional threats to Russian forces but would not significantly change the situation on the front.</p>

<p>"Firstly, this of course causes harm and creates an additional threat. Secondly, we will of course be able to repel these attacks. War is war," Putin said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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President Vladimir Putin of Russia heaped praise on Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) summit being held in Beijing.

President Vladimir Putin of Russia heaped praise on Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) summit being held in Beijing. On his second visit outside the former Soviet Union since the Ukraine war, Putin took the opportunity to market Russia's much-touted Northern Sea Route (NSR) and invited global investments in the project he claims would deepen trade ties between East and West. “As for the Northern Sea Route, Russia does not just offer its partners to actively use its transit potential, I will say more: we invite interested states to participate directly in its development, and we are ready to provide reliable ice breaker navigation, communication and supply,” Putin said. The NSR runs from Murmansk near Russia’s border with Norway eastwards to the Bering Strait near Alaska. “Starting next year, navigation for ice-class cargo ships along the entire length of the Northern Sea Route will become year-round,” Putin announced. Watch: Russian President Putin arrives in China to meet Xi Jinping × Putin referred to Xi as his "dear friend" and thanked him for bringing the world together and reviving the ancient Silk Road through the BRI project. “Russia and China, like most countries of the world, share the desire for equal, mutually beneficial cooperation in order to achieve universal sustainable and long-term economic progress and social well-being, while respecting the diversity of civilisation and the right of each State to its own development model,” Putin said. Biden-Xi meet The two leaders earlier met on Tuesday (Oct 17) to kick off the BRI meeting. Both leaders reportedly discussed the Middle East and Ukraine in the meeting, with Putin emphasising that common threats were pushing the two nations even closer. Putin is amongst the representatives of 130 nations attending the forum, but he is all set to further strengthen his already strong partnership with Xi in the wake of new geopolitical challenges induced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. As of now, both sides have refrained from sharing any details but it is expected that “special attention will be paid to international and regional issues,” according to a statement from the Kremlin. Also read: Putin-Xi meeting: What’s on agenda and why no high-publicity deals are expected Experts see this visit by Putin as more of a symbolic gesture and don’t expect any high-publicity deal. "Russia is aware that China doesn't want to sign any high publicity deals," Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center was quoted as saying by AFP. Message from China The BRI meeting comes at the height of the persistent tensions between US and China. Xi Jinping took the opportunity to warn the West against its decoupling efforts. "We stand against unilateral sanctions, economic coercion, decoupling and supply chain disruption," Xi told more than 1,000 delegates gathered in an ornate conference room in the Great Hall of the People west of Tiananmen Square. Jinping also lauded China's BRI programme, claiming it was acting as a bridge between continents and helping build infrastructure around the world. Putin's warning to US Putin on Wednesday said in a press conference that US deliveries of long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine were a "mistake" that would create additional threats to Russian forces but would not significantly change the situation on the front. "Firstly, this of course causes harm and creates an additional threat. Secondly, we will of course be able to repel these attacks. War is war," Putin said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Putin praises 'dear friend' Xi in Beijing summit, discusses Middle East and Ukraine

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing Tuesday&nbsp;ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin is amongst the representatives of 130 nations attending the forum, but he is all set to further strengthen his already strong partnership with Xi&nbsp;in the wake of new geopolitical challenges induced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.</p>

<h2><strong>Focus of the talks</strong></h2>

<p>As of now, both sides have refrained from sharing any details but it is expected that “special attention will be paid to international and regional issues,” according to a statement from the Kremlin.</p>

<p>Experts see this visit by Putin as more of a symbolic gesture and don’t expect any high-publicity deal. "Russia is aware that China doesn't want to sign any high publicity deals," Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Palestine war: Can regional players negotiate ceasefire as Russia, China want a stake</strong></p>

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<p>For China, Russia continues to be one of its few allies acting as a bulwark against the West. Meanwhile, for Moscow, Beijing has increasingly become a reliable trading and geopolitical partner, especially after its invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>"Since Moscow embarked on its all-out invasion of Ukraine, it has been put in a position where it is unprecedentedly dependent on China," Bjorn Alexander Duben of China's Jilin University was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<h2><strong>Lavrov- Wang meeting</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier on Monday, the top diplomats of China and Russia met in Beijing and discussed their bilateral ties "in their entirety". Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov thanked his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi for inviting Putin as “Chief Guest” to the BRI summit.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fukushima-nuclear-plant-like-china-russia-suspends-all-japanese-seafood-imports-647527"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Fukushima plant water release: Russia follows China, suspends all Japanese seafood imports</strong></a></p>

<p>Wang, in turn, said China "appreciates" Russia's support for the Belt and Road Initiative.</p>

<p>"Both sides should plan commemorative activities, deepen strategic mutual trust, consolidate traditional friendship, and promote friendship from generation to generation," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>On Israel-Hamas war</strong></h2>

<p>As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the topic is expected to come up in talks between the top leaders of Russia and China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both nations have failed to condemn Hamas for its deadly terror attacks on Israel and share extremely amicable ties with Iran, a major backer of the terrorist outfit.</p>

<p>Russia has expressed its willingness to help both warring parties reach a peaceful settlement. The Kremlin on Monday (Oct 16) said it was willing to work towards "ending the Palestinian-Israeli confrontation and achieving a peaceful settlement through political and diplomatic means".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing Tuesday ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum.

Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing Tuesday ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum. Putin is amongst the representatives of 130 nations attending the forum, but he is all set to further strengthen his already strong partnership with Xi in the wake of new geopolitical challenges induced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Focus of the talks As of now, both sides have refrained from sharing any details but it is expected that “special attention will be paid to international and regional issues,” according to a statement from the Kremlin. Experts see this visit by Putin as more of a symbolic gesture and don’t expect any high-publicity deal. "Russia is aware that China doesn't want to sign any high publicity deals," Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center was quoted as saying by AFP. Watch: Israel-Palestine war: Can regional players negotiate ceasefire as Russia, China want a stake × For China, Russia continues to be one of its few allies acting as a bulwark against the West. Meanwhile, for Moscow, Beijing has increasingly become a reliable trading and geopolitical partner, especially after its invasion of Ukraine. "Since Moscow embarked on its all-out invasion of Ukraine, it has been put in a position where it is unprecedentedly dependent on China," Bjorn Alexander Duben of China's Jilin University was quoted as saying by AFP. Lavrov- Wang meeting Earlier on Monday, the top diplomats of China and Russia met in Beijing and discussed their bilateral ties "in their entirety". Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov thanked his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi for inviting Putin as “Chief Guest” to the BRI summit. Also read: Fukushima plant water release: Russia follows China, suspends all Japanese seafood imports Wang, in turn, said China "appreciates" Russia's support for the Belt and Road Initiative. "Both sides should plan commemorative activities, deepen strategic mutual trust, consolidate traditional friendship, and promote friendship from generation to generation," he said. On Israel-Hamas war As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the topic is expected to come up in talks between the top leaders of Russia and China. Both nations have failed to condemn Hamas for its deadly terror attacks on Israel and share extremely amicable ties with Iran, a major backer of the terrorist outfit. Russia has expressed its willingness to help both warring parties reach a peaceful settlement. The Kremlin on Monday (Oct 16) said it was willing to work towards "ending the Palestinian-Israeli confrontation and achieving a peaceful settlement through political and diplomatic means". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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