U.S. President Joe Biden held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid simmering tensions over Taiwan. Both leaders held talks on the sidelines of the G20 Summit.

U.S. President Joe Biden holds talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid simmering tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday arrived in Bali to attend the G20 Summit. Chinese President Xi Jinping is all set to meet U.S. President Joe Biden later today

G20 Summit 2022: Hope to bring relations with US 'back on track', says China at G20

U.S. President Joe Biden is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday at the G20 summit in Indonesia. It's a rare face-to-face meeting for the two leaders

G20 Summit 2022: Joe Biden to meet with China's Xi Jinping today

As per reports, at the sidelines of the upcoming Group of 20 industrialised nations meeting in Indonesia United States President Joe Biden have a sit-down with&nbsp;his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, while a similar meeting with&nbsp;Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is not in the cards.

As per an AFP report, during his meeting with the Chinese President Biden will urge him&nbsp;to restrain North Korea's "worst tendencies" and warn the leader that Pyongyang's arms build-up will prompt an "enhanced" US military presence in Asia.&nbsp;

Talking to reporters, on Saturday National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that in a Monday meeting with Xi on the sidelines of the G20 summit, Biden will tell him that his country has "an interest in playing a constructive role in restraining North Korea's worst tendencies".

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North Korea plans to resume nuclear bomb testing for the first time since 2017 and as per Reuters the United States is worried and believes China and Russia have the leverage to prevent it. Additionally, Biden will tell Xi that if North Korea "keeps going down this route," it will simply mean an even stronger American military and security presence in the region.

The senior US official stated that Biden would not put demands on China, but rather would give Xi "his perspective". Sullivan was speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en way to Cambodia for a regional ASEAN meeting this weekend, reports AFP.

He added that this is because "North Korea represents a threat not just to the United States, not just to (South Korea) and Japan but to peace and stability across the entire region."

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It is "of course up to them" whether China wants to exert further pressure on North Korea, reiterated Sullivan the US national adviser. However, he added that with North Korea poised to test a nuclear bomb shortly and rapidly expanding its missile capabilities "the operational situation is more acute in the current moment".

International restrictions pushed by the United States have not been able to stop North Korea's expanding arsenal. This year, it conducted a record-breaking number of weapons tests, including the testing of intercontinental ballistic missiles that is capable of reaching the US mainland.

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While China and Russia supported tougher UN sanctions after North Korea's most recent nuclear test in 2017, they rejected a US-led effort for more measures in May over the country's resumed ballistic missile launches.

Both nations have been accused by US officials of supporting Pyongyang's missile and bomb programmes by improperly upholding UN Security Council sanctions.

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As per reports, at the sidelines of the upcoming Group of 20 industrialised nations meeting in Indonesia United States President Joe Biden have a sit-down with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, while a similar meeting with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is not in the cards.

As per reports, at the sidelines of the upcoming Group of 20 industrialised nations meeting in Indonesia United States President Joe Biden have a sit-down with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, while a similar meeting with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is not in the cards. As per an AFP report, during his meeting with the Chinese President Biden will urge him to restrain North Korea's "worst tendencies" and warn the leader that Pyongyang's arms build-up will prompt an "enhanced" US military presence in Asia. Talking to reporters, on Saturday National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that in a Monday meeting with Xi on the sidelines of the G20 summit, Biden will tell him that his country has "an interest in playing a constructive role in restraining North Korea's worst tendencies". Watch | WION Fineprint | North Korea insecure about its air force? North Korea plans to resume nuclear bomb testing for the first time since 2017 and as per Reuters the United States is worried and believes China and Russia have the leverage to prevent it. Additionally, Biden will tell Xi that if North Korea "keeps going down this route," it will simply mean an even stronger American military and security presence in the region. The senior US official stated that Biden would not put demands on China, but rather would give Xi "his perspective". Sullivan was speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en way to Cambodia for a regional ASEAN meeting this weekend, reports AFP. He added that this is because "North Korea represents a threat not just to the United States, not just to (South Korea) and Japan but to peace and stability across the entire region." Also read | President Joe Biden hopes to build 'floor' for China relations, says he will make no fundamental concessions It is "of course up to them" whether China wants to exert further pressure on North Korea, reiterated Sullivan the US national adviser. However, he added that with North Korea poised to test a nuclear bomb shortly and rapidly expanding its missile capabilities "the operational situation is more acute in the current moment". International restrictions pushed by the United States have not been able to stop North Korea's expanding arsenal. This year, it conducted a record-breaking number of weapons tests, including the testing of intercontinental ballistic missiles that is capable of reaching the US mainland. Also read | North Korea fires another ballistic missile, South identifies salvaged debris as part of Soviet-era weapon While China and Russia supported tougher UN sanctions after North Korea's most recent nuclear test in 2017, they rejected a US-led effort for more measures in May over the country's resumed ballistic missile launches. Both nations have been accused by US officials of supporting Pyongyang's missile and bomb programmes by improperly upholding UN Security Council sanctions. (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.

At G20, Biden will ask Xi Jinping to help restrain N.Korea's 'worst tendencies'; won't meet Saudi Prince MBS

Few days before US President Joe Biden is expected to meet Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a high-stakes meet, the US national security advisor Jake Sullivan has said that Biden is likely to urge the Chinese President to restrain North Korea's worst tendencies.

US to urge China to restrain North Korea's worst tendencies

'North Korea's arms buildup will prompt increased US presence in Asia,' Biden to tell to Jinping

Xi Jinping has asked his army to prepare for war. The Chinese President believes China's security has been increasingly "unstable and uncertain". Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping: China's security unstable and uncertain

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the People’s Liberation of Army (PLA) to prepare for war, according to People’s Daily newspaper, a mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

“Focus all [your] energy on fighting, work hard on fighting and improve [your] capability to win,” he was quoted as saying.

Xi, who recently secured a third term as the general secretary of CCP, made these remarks came during a visit to a command centre of the Central Military Commission— the high command of PLA.

He holds three powerful posts of the head of the party, the military, and the presidency.

He reportedly instructed the army must “resolutely defend national sovereignty and national security”, claiming that China was in an “unstable and uncertain” security situation. said.

Xi said that the world is undergoing more profound changes unseen in a century and stressed that China's national security is facing increased instability and uncertainty, and its military tasks remain arduous.

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The Chinese leader said the entire military should devote all its energy to carry out all its work for combat readiness, enhance its capability to fight and win, and effectively fulfill its missions and tasks, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

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Xi instructed them to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and successfully complete various tasks entrusted by the party and the people, the report said.

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Aside from holding the president post, and being elected as leader of the CCP, Xi is also the head of the military. He is the second leader after the party founder Mao Zedong to continue in power after completing 10-year tenure.

"We will strengthen the normal and diversified use of military forces, carry out military struggles with determination and flexibility, shape the security posture, contain crises and conflicts, and win local wars," he said

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the People’s Liberation of Army (PLA) to prepare for war, according to People’s Daily newspaper, a mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the People’s Liberation of Army (PLA) to prepare for war, according to People’s Daily newspaper, a mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). “Focus all [your] energy on fighting, work hard on fighting and improve [your] capability to win,” he was quoted as saying. Xi, who recently secured a third term as the general secretary of CCP, made these remarks came during a visit to a command centre of the Central Military Commission— the high command of PLA. He holds three powerful posts of the head of the party, the military, and the presidency. He reportedly instructed the army must “resolutely defend national sovereignty and national security”, claiming that China was in an “unstable and uncertain” security situation. said. Xi said that the world is undergoing more profound changes unseen in a century and stressed that China's national security is facing increased instability and uncertainty, and its military tasks remain arduous. Watch | WION Wideangle | Xi Jinping: Decoding one-man rule The Chinese leader said the entire military should devote all its energy to carry out all its work for combat readiness, enhance its capability to fight and win, and effectively fulfill its missions and tasks, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Also read | China's economic hub Guangzhou under lockdown; 2,500 new cases reported Xi instructed them to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and successfully complete various tasks entrusted by the party and the people, the report said. Also read | US President Biden hails results, calls it ‘a good day for democracy’ Aside from holding the president post, and being elected as leader of the CCP, Xi is also the head of the military. He is the second leader after the party founder Mao Zedong to continue in power after completing 10-year tenure. "We will strengthen the normal and diversified use of military forces, carry out military struggles with determination and flexibility, shape the security posture, contain crises and conflicts, and win local wars," he said (With inputs from agencies)\ WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Chinese President Xi Jinping asks army to ‘prepare for war’

The White House announced on Thursday (November 10) that United States President Joe Biden will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G20 meeting in Bali, Indonesia&nbsp;on November 14.&nbsp;

The meeting will take place amid escalating tensions in the Taiwan strait as some political analysts have speculated that a conflict between the two superpowers over the island is more imminent than ever. Some claims were even made that China may invade as early as this year or next.&nbsp; 
 
Biden said on Wednesday that he will make no concessions&nbsp;to Xi and that he is focused on determining the “red lines” on conflicting interests.&nbsp;“I've told [Beijing] I'm looking for competition, not conflict,” Biden said.

The meeting comes amid deeply strained Sino-U.S. ties, particularly after U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's August trip to Taiwan, the self-governed democratic island which Beijing claims as its territory.&nbsp;

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Karine Jean-Pierre, the spokesperson of the White House said in a statement: "The leaders will discuss efforts to maintain and deepen lines of communication."&nbsp;

She also added that the leaders will talk about how to "responsibly manage competition and work together where our interests align, especially on transnational challenges."&nbsp; 
 
In October, the US had taken unprecedented steps to limit the sale of advanced computer chips to China in a move to cut off supplies of critical technology that may be used in advanced computing and weapons manufacture.&nbsp; 
 
It was the most significant action by Washington against Beijing on technology exports in decades, escalating a trade battle between the world’s two most powerful economies. 
 
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Meanwhile, a senior administration official said on Thursday that Biden hopes to build a "floor" for relations with China during his meeting with the Chinese counterpart.&nbsp;

The official added that the US president would be honest about his concerns over trade, Taiwan and human rights.&nbsp;

Currently, Sino-US relations are going through a rough patch, which has gotten even worse after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's August trip to Taiwan, the self-governed democratic island which Beijing claims as its territory.&nbsp;

After Pelosi, several other US diplomats also visited the island, flaring&nbsp;up tensions between China and US. China even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories.&nbsp;

China claims that Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will defy China's one-nation policy by pushing for formal independence — a red line for the nation.&nbsp;

Beijing maintains that its approach to Taiwan has not changed, but its actions&nbsp;toward the island have become more overt. At its recently concluded congress, the Communist Party for the first time enshrined&nbsp;its opposition to Taiwanese independence in its constitution.&nbsp;

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What will happen if China attacks Taiwan?&nbsp;

With the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the world has already seen how military conflict between two nations causes huge problems globally, Same applies to China-Taiwan also (in case it happens).&nbsp;

In case China invades Taiwan, it would put a massive impact on the global supply chains as the island is a major supplier of semiconductors—a key component of nearly all modern electronics.&nbsp;

It would also incite Western fury, leading to China's isolation and pushing Beijing and Washington closer than ever to a direct military conflict. It put will also put an end to Taiwan's hard-won democratic liberties.&nbsp;

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The White House announced on Thursday (November 10) that United States President Joe Biden will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G20 meeting in Bali, Indonesia on November 14.

The White House announced on Thursday (November 10) that United States President Joe Biden will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G20 meeting in Bali, Indonesia on November 14. The meeting will take place amid escalating tensions in the Taiwan strait as some political analysts have speculated that a conflict between the two superpowers over the island is more imminent than ever. Some claims were even made that China may invade as early as this year or next. Biden said on Wednesday that he will make no concessions to Xi and that he is focused on determining the “red lines” on conflicting interests. “I've told [Beijing] I'm looking for competition, not conflict,” Biden said. The meeting comes amid deeply strained Sino-U.S. ties, particularly after U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's August trip to Taiwan, the self-governed democratic island which Beijing claims as its territory. ALSO READ | US annual consumer inflation eased to 7.7 per cent in October Karine Jean-Pierre, the spokesperson of the White House said in a statement: "The leaders will discuss efforts to maintain and deepen lines of communication." She also added that the leaders will talk about how to "responsibly manage competition and work together where our interests align, especially on transnational challenges." In October, the US had taken unprecedented steps to limit the sale of advanced computer chips to China in a move to cut off supplies of critical technology that may be used in advanced computing and weapons manufacture. It was the most significant action by Washington against Beijing on technology exports in decades, escalating a trade battle between the world’s two most powerful economies. WATCH | Biden hits world stage after Midterms: US President to attend COP27, G20 & ASEAN Summit × Meanwhile, a senior administration official said on Thursday that Biden hopes to build a "floor" for relations with China during his meeting with the Chinese counterpart. The official added that the US president would be honest about his concerns over trade, Taiwan and human rights. Currently, Sino-US relations are going through a rough patch, which has gotten even worse after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's August trip to Taiwan, the self-governed democratic island which Beijing claims as its territory. After Pelosi, several other US diplomats also visited the island, flaring up tensions between China and US. China even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories. China claims that Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will defy China's one-nation policy by pushing for formal independence — a red line for the nation. Beijing maintains that its approach to Taiwan has not changed, but its actions toward the island have become more overt. At its recently concluded congress, the Communist Party for the first time enshrined its opposition to Taiwanese independence in its constitution. ALSO READ | Chinese authorities destroy fake goods worth $69 million What will happen if China attacks Taiwan? With the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the world has already seen how military conflict between two nations causes huge problems globally, Same applies to China-Taiwan also (in case it happens). In case China invades Taiwan, it would put a massive impact on the global supply chains as the island is a major supplier of semiconductors—a key component of nearly all modern electronics. It would also incite Western fury, leading to China's isolation and pushing Beijing and Washington closer than ever to a direct military conflict. It put will also put an end to Taiwan's hard-won democratic liberties. 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.

G20 summit: Joe Biden to meet Xi Jinping in Bali amid escalating tensions over trade, Taiwan

Now tensions between the world's two largest economies - China and the United States have been tested on various occasions mainly due to their divergent positions over Taiwan and tensions have grown ever since. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan in August.

G20 Summit: Biden plans to meet Xi Jinping; US plans to discuss Taiwan with China

A spike in COVID-19 cases has led to lockdowns in South China's Guangzhou, a major industrial base, adding to the financial woes that have disarrayed global supply chains and drastically impeded growth in the second-largest economy in the world.&nbsp;

Residents in affected districts consisting of almost five million people have been ordered to stay indoors&nbsp;at least through Sunday, with one member from each family allowed to venture out once per day to purchase essentials, as per local authorities.&nbsp;

The lockdown orders were instated after the heavily&nbsp;populated city of 13 million reported more than 2,500 new cases over the previous 24 hours.&nbsp;According to official media, flights to Beijing and other major cities have been cancelled, public transportation has been paused, and classrooms have been halted throughout most of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-over-7000-fresh-cases-guangzhou-now-becoming-the-covid-epicentre-of-china-532146">Guangzhou</a>.

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The National Health Commission stated on Thursday that China detected 9,005 new COVID-19 infections on Nov. 9, of which 1,185 were symptomatic and 7,820 were asymptomatic. As of Nov. 9, mainland China had confirmed 267,544 cases with symptoms.

Despite fewer cases as compared to last year, China has maintained its rigid&nbsp;"zero-COVID" policy. 
The country's borders are still mostly closed, and trade and internal transit are complicated by constantly shifting quarantine rules.

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The party led by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-cancelled-eu-leaders-video-address-at-opening-of-major-trade-expo-532192">President Xi Jinping</a> has rejected appeals from the World Health Organization to relax laws, refused to import vaccinations against Covid and declined to provide further details or initiate discussions about the virus discovered in late 2019 in the central Chinese city of Wuhan.

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A spike in COVID-19 cases has led to lockdowns in South China's Guangzhou, a major industrial base, adding to the financial woes that have disarrayed global supply chains and drastically impeded growth in the second-largest economy in the world.

A spike in COVID-19 cases has led to lockdowns in South China's Guangzhou, a major industrial base, adding to the financial woes that have disarrayed global supply chains and drastically impeded growth in the second-largest economy in the world. Residents in affected districts consisting of almost five million people have been ordered to stay indoors at least through Sunday, with one member from each family allowed to venture out once per day to purchase essentials, as per local authorities. The lockdown orders were instated after the heavily populated city of 13 million reported more than 2,500 new cases over the previous 24 hours. According to official media, flights to Beijing and other major cities have been cancelled, public transportation has been paused, and classrooms have been halted throughout most of Guangzhou. Also read | US research station in Antarctica hit with Covid outbreak The National Health Commission stated on Thursday that China detected 9,005 new COVID-19 infections on Nov. 9, of which 1,185 were symptomatic and 7,820 were asymptomatic. As of Nov. 9, mainland China had confirmed 267,544 cases with symptoms. Despite fewer cases as compared to last year, China has maintained its rigid "zero-COVID" policy. The country's borders are still mostly closed, and trade and internal transit are complicated by constantly shifting quarantine rules. Also WATCH | Beijing reports 32 symptomatic and 48 asymptomatic Covid cases for Tuesday The party led by President Xi Jinping has rejected appeals from the World Health Organization to relax laws, refused to import vaccinations against Covid and declined to provide further details or initiate discussions about the virus discovered in late 2019 in the central Chinese city of Wuhan. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

China's economic hub Guangzhou under lockdown; 2,500 new cases reported over 24 hours

The zero-Covid policy implemented by China has caused serious trouble in the ordinary day-to-day lives of Chinese citizens. However, it seems the citizens have moulded themselves according to the draconian policies and found clever ways to circumvent certain rules.

Reportedly, a woman was recently caught on camera travelling in a subway train in China's&nbsp;Hubei province for her rather offbeat dress code. The woman sitting on the seat wrapped herself in a big plastic bag before eating a banana she had brought with her.

According to local media reports, the antics of the woman caught the eye of a fellow passenger, surnamed Wang. He recorded the video out of amusement to see what the lady was up to.&nbsp;

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Much like the netizens who saw the video, Wang was also shocked by&nbsp;the intricate attire of the lady.&nbsp;

“There are sporadic coronavirus outbreaks across Wuhan, but in my opinion, it is a bit extreme for this woman to protect herself like this,” Wang was quoted as saying by a local publication.&nbsp;

“While it is not ideal to eat inside subway trains. She isolated herself from other people by wrapping herself in a plastic bag,” he added.

Notably, eating on subway trains is prohibited in China. However, the woman used a clever loophole to find her way and dodge the country's stringent Covid rules

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China, where the coronavirus was discovered in 2019, is among the last places still adhering to "Zero Covid", putting millions of people in soft or hard quarantine, depending on the extent of cases.&nbsp;

While most countries have opened up, China has doubled down on its policy. At the 20th CPC Congress last month, President Xi Jinping heaped praise on his policy and said there would be no immediate loosening of the policy.&nbsp;

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The zero-Covid policy implemented by China has caused serious trouble in the ordinary day-to-day lives of Chinese citizens. However, it seems the citizens have moulded themselves according to the draconian policies and found clever ways to circumvent certain rules.

The zero-Covid policy implemented by China has caused serious trouble in the ordinary day-to-day lives of Chinese citizens. However, it seems the citizens have moulded themselves according to the draconian policies and found clever ways to circumvent certain rules. Reportedly, a woman was recently caught on camera travelling in a subway train in China's Hubei province for her rather offbeat dress code. The woman sitting on the seat wrapped herself in a big plastic bag before eating a banana she had brought with her. According to local media reports, the antics of the woman caught the eye of a fellow passenger, surnamed Wang. He recorded the video out of amusement to see what the lady was up to. Read more: Explainer: China's 'zero covid' strategy; what it is, how it functions and does it work? Much like the netizens who saw the video, Wang was also shocked by the intricate attire of the lady. “There are sporadic coronavirus outbreaks across Wuhan, but in my opinion, it is a bit extreme for this woman to protect herself like this,” Wang was quoted as saying by a local publication. “While it is not ideal to eat inside subway trains. She isolated herself from other people by wrapping herself in a plastic bag,” he added. Notably, eating on subway trains is prohibited in China. However, the woman used a clever loophole to find her way and dodge the country's stringent Covid rules WATCH | China: Officials to refine 'Zero-Covid' policy, pledge to avoid excessive disruptions to public life × China, where the coronavirus was discovered in 2019, is among the last places still adhering to "Zero Covid", putting millions of people in soft or hard quarantine, depending on the extent of cases. While most countries have opened up, China has doubled down on its policy. At the 20th CPC Congress last month, President Xi Jinping heaped praise on his policy and said there would be no immediate loosening of the policy. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Chinese woman on train wraps herself in plastic bag to eat banana, leaves netizens bemused

In conversation&nbsp;with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday during his visit, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz claimed that he requested Beijing exercise its "influence" over Moscow to put an end to the conflict in Ukraine.

"I told President (Xi) that it is important for China to use its influence on Russia," Scholz said.

"Russia must immediately stop the attacks under which the civilian population is suffering daily and withdraw from Ukraine," he added.

During a one-day visit to Beijing, Scholz said that the UN charter and "principles such as sovereignty and territorial integrity," which he claimed Russia was breaking in Ukraine, had been agreed to by Russia, China, and the West.&nbsp;

At a press conference, the German leader also urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to maintain a pact permitting grain exports from Ukraine via the Black Sea.

"Hunger must not be used as a weapon," Scholz said.

Following international pressure, Russia agreed to resume the deal it had suspended unilaterally, enabling a safe passage, following which grain supplies from Ukraine resumed on Thursday.&nbsp;

Moscow, however, stated that a decision on whether to prolong the grain pact past November 19 — the renewal date specified in the initial agreement negotiated by the UN and Turkey to avert a worldwide food emergency — has&nbsp;not yet been made.&nbsp;

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Ukraine, one of the biggest grain exporters in the world, was compelled to cease practically all shipments after Russia invaded the nation on February 24.

Putin maintains that European countries receive the majority of the grain, not developing countries.&nbsp;

These allegations are refuted by Ukraine and European nations, who maintain that the supplies are necessary for some of the world's poorest nations.

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In conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday during his visit, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz claimed that he requested Beijing exercise its "influence" over Moscow to put an end to the conflict in Ukraine.

In conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday during his visit, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz claimed that he requested Beijing exercise its "influence" over Moscow to put an end to the conflict in Ukraine. "I told President (Xi) that it is important for China to use its influence on Russia," Scholz said. "Russia must immediately stop the attacks under which the civilian population is suffering daily and withdraw from Ukraine," he added. During a one-day visit to Beijing, Scholz said that the UN charter and "principles such as sovereignty and territorial integrity," which he claimed Russia was breaking in Ukraine, had been agreed to by Russia, China, and the West. At a press conference, the German leader also urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to maintain a pact permitting grain exports from Ukraine via the Black Sea. "Hunger must not be used as a weapon," Scholz said. Following international pressure, Russia agreed to resume the deal it had suspended unilaterally, enabling a safe passage, following which grain supplies from Ukraine resumed on Thursday. Moscow, however, stated that a decision on whether to prolong the grain pact past November 19 — the renewal date specified in the initial agreement negotiated by the UN and Turkey to avert a worldwide food emergency — has not yet been made. Also Read: Qin Gang, China’s ambassador to US, may soon replace Wang Yi as Foreign Minister Ukraine, one of the biggest grain exporters in the world, was compelled to cease practically all shipments after Russia invaded the nation on February 24. Putin maintains that European countries receive the majority of the grain, not developing countries. These allegations are refuted by Ukraine and European nations, who maintain that the supplies are necessary for some of the world's poorest nations. (with inputs from agencies)

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz asks China to use its 'influence' on Russia for ending Ukraine war

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has arrived in China, his one-day visit will make him the first G7 leader to visit China since the start of the pandemic. The high-stakes with it is also being closely watched on how serious Germany is about reducing its economic reliance on Asia's rising superpower.

Germany Chancellor Olaf Scholz holds talks with Xi Jinping, hopes China persuades Russia to end war

Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed concern about the safety of Chinese nationals in Pakistan as he spoke about the death of three Chinese teachers outside Karachi University’s Confucius Institute.&nbsp;

“I am deeply concerned about the security of Chinese people in Pakistan and hope that Pakistan will provide a reliable and safe environment for Chinese institutions and personnel going to Pakistan for cooperation,” Xi was quoted in an official statement released by Xinhua news agency.&nbsp;

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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently in China where he held meetings with Xi regarding the economic as well as political partnerships between the two countries.&nbsp;According to the official statement, China is prepared to “inject new impetus” into their "cooperative strategic partnership”.&nbsp;

The two leaders met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing and at the end of the meeting, both nations once again confirmed their commitment towards the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).&nbsp;

The construction of the economic corridor is extremely important for Pakistan as it will enable the two countries to move forward with a number of pending projects. The Chinese state media reported that the biggest project involves the construction of a 160 km/hr high-speed railway train in Pakistan.&nbsp;

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“China has always viewed China-Pakistan relations from a strategic height and long-term perspective, and has always placed Pakistan in priority in our neighbouring diplomacy,” Xi said in the statement.&nbsp;

Sharif also reaffirmed Pakistan’s support towards China and called the partnership between the countries a “cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy and the consensus of all sectors of society”.&nbsp;

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Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed concern about the safety of Chinese nationals in Pakistan as he spoke about the death of three Chinese teachers outside Karachi University’s Confucius Institute.

Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed concern about the safety of Chinese nationals in Pakistan as he spoke about the death of three Chinese teachers outside Karachi University’s Confucius Institute. “I am deeply concerned about the security of Chinese people in Pakistan and hope that Pakistan will provide a reliable and safe environment for Chinese institutions and personnel going to Pakistan for cooperation,” Xi was quoted in an official statement released by Xinhua news agency. Also read | North Korea launches 23 missiles in a single day, South Korea retaliates Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently in China where he held meetings with Xi regarding the economic as well as political partnerships between the two countries. According to the official statement, China is prepared to “inject new impetus” into their "cooperative strategic partnership”. The two leaders met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing and at the end of the meeting, both nations once again confirmed their commitment towards the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The construction of the economic corridor is extremely important for Pakistan as it will enable the two countries to move forward with a number of pending projects. The Chinese state media reported that the biggest project involves the construction of a 160 km/hr high-speed railway train in Pakistan. WATCH | China launches third and final module of its T-shaped space station “China has always viewed China-Pakistan relations from a strategic height and long-term perspective, and has always placed Pakistan in priority in our neighbouring diplomacy,” Xi said in the statement. Sharif also reaffirmed Pakistan’s support towards China and called the partnership between the countries a “cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy and the consensus of all sectors of society”.

Xi Jinping expresses concern over safety of Chinese nationals in Pakistan

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met in Beijing on Wednesday, where the talks centred around Islamabad’s economic crisis and the need to boost projects under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor, according to the state media.

This is Sharif’s first official visit to China after taking charge earlier this year, and so is the case of Xi after recently concluding its twice-a-decade party congress where he was elected unopposed for third-term.

Both leaders met at the People’s Great Hall of China and discussed moving forward more with the construction of their economic corridor and accelerating the construction of infrastructure for the Gwadar Sea Port, state media reported.

Their conversation ranged on broad-based economic cooperation and investment, besides exchanging views on regional and global developments.

Shehbaz and Xi also discussed the need to further promote the 'all-weather strategic cooperation partnership' between the two nations.

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According to Pakistani media, Sharif, who is on a two-day visit to China, was welcomed with a red carpet and a guard of honour by the Chinese forces.

Notably, ahead of his visit, Sharif hurriedly cleared $12 billion worth of three major projects were cleared under the CPEC, reports Dawn newspaper.

CPEC is the flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)—a pet project of Xi—which is a collection of infrastructure projects that are under construction throughout Pakistan beginning in 2013.

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Originally valued at $47 billion, the value of CPEC projects is worth $62 billion as of 2020.

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India has repeatedly registered its protests over CPEC, saying that it is in violation of its sovereignty as it passes through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met in Beijing on Wednesday, where the talks centred around Islamabad’s economic crisis and the need to boost projects under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor, according to the state media.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met in Beijing on Wednesday, where the talks centred around Islamabad’s economic crisis and the need to boost projects under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor, according to the state media. This is Sharif’s first official visit to China after taking charge earlier this year, and so is the case of Xi after recently concluding its twice-a-decade party congress where he was elected unopposed for third-term. Both leaders met at the People’s Great Hall of China and discussed moving forward more with the construction of their economic corridor and accelerating the construction of infrastructure for the Gwadar Sea Port, state media reported. Their conversation ranged on broad-based economic cooperation and investment, besides exchanging views on regional and global developments. Shehbaz and Xi also discussed the need to further promote the 'all-weather strategic cooperation partnership' between the two nations. Watch | WION Dispatch: Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif visits China amid domestic, global turmoil According to Pakistani media, Sharif, who is on a two-day visit to China, was welcomed with a red carpet and a guard of honour by the Chinese forces. Notably, ahead of his visit, Sharif hurriedly cleared $12 billion worth of three major projects were cleared under the CPEC, reports Dawn newspaper. CPEC is the flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)—a pet project of Xi—which is a collection of infrastructure projects that are under construction throughout Pakistan beginning in 2013. Also read | 'Was unaware of any undertaking', replies Imran Khan in a contempt case Originally valued at $47 billion, the value of CPEC projects is worth $62 billion as of 2020. Also read | ISI chief makes surprise appearance, slams Imran Khan for 'maligning' military India has repeatedly registered its protests over CPEC, saying that it is in violation of its sovereignty as it passes through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

China’s Xi Jinping meets Pak’s Shehbaz Sharif, both agree to revitalise CPEC projects

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Beijing on Tuesday on a two-day official visit to China during which he will meet the top Chinese leadership, including President Xi Jinping.

WION Dispatch: Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif visits China amid domestic, global turmoil

According to official broadcaster CCTV, Chinese President Xi Jinping advised the visiting head of Vietnam's ruling Communist Party on Monday that both nations and parties should "never let anyone interfere" with their development.&nbsp;

The confident warning against foreign meddling came at a time when relations between China and the West were tense, particularly with the United States over Taiwan, the situation in the Ukraine, trade, and other matters.&nbsp;

Unmasked, Xi and Nguyen Phu Trong shook hands and hugged before participating in a televised welcoming ceremony in Beijing's Great Hall of the People. This unusually close encounter between Xi and another leader occurred despite China's continued adherence to Covid lockdowns.

Since Xi was elected to a record-breaking third term as General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party at its 20th party conference this month, Trong's was the first visit by a foreign head of state.

"The development of the cause of human progress is a long and tortuous process, and the development of socialist countries faces a very complicated international environment and serious risks and challenges," Xi said, according to CCTV.

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"The Chinese and Vietnamese parties should persist in working for the happiness of the people and the progress of mankind, push forward socialist modernization with all their might, and never let anyone interfere with our progress or let any force shake the institutional foundation of our development," Xi added, according to CCTV.

Trong's visit was a demonstration of Communist cohesion. Trong is more powerful than either the president or prime minister of Vietnam.&nbsp;

Along with Cuba, Laos, and North Korea, Vietnam and China are among the world's final five communist-run nations.

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According to official broadcaster CCTV, Chinese President Xi Jinping advised the visiting head of Vietnam's ruling Communist Party on Monday that both nations and parties should "never let anyone interfere" with their development.

According to official broadcaster CCTV, Chinese President Xi Jinping advised the visiting head of Vietnam's ruling Communist Party on Monday that both nations and parties should "never let anyone interfere" with their development. The confident warning against foreign meddling came at a time when relations between China and the West were tense, particularly with the United States over Taiwan, the situation in the Ukraine, trade, and other matters. Unmasked, Xi and Nguyen Phu Trong shook hands and hugged before participating in a televised welcoming ceremony in Beijing's Great Hall of the People. This unusually close encounter between Xi and another leader occurred despite China's continued adherence to Covid lockdowns. Since Xi was elected to a record-breaking third term as General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party at its 20th party conference this month, Trong's was the first visit by a foreign head of state. "The development of the cause of human progress is a long and tortuous process, and the development of socialist countries faces a very complicated international environment and serious risks and challenges," Xi said, according to CCTV. Also Read: OPEC raised long-term world oil demand forecast despite energy transition "The Chinese and Vietnamese parties should persist in working for the happiness of the people and the progress of mankind, push forward socialist modernization with all their might, and never let anyone interfere with our progress or let any force shake the institutional foundation of our development," Xi added, according to CCTV. Trong's visit was a demonstration of Communist cohesion. Trong is more powerful than either the president or prime minister of Vietnam. Along with Cuba, Laos, and North Korea, Vietnam and China are among the world's final five communist-run nations. (with inputs from agencies)

China's Xi asks communist Vietnam to 'never let anyone interfere'

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, alongside a high-level delegation, will be traveling to China next week to meet President Xi Jinping. The visit announcement comes days after Xi secured a third term for himself as the party general secretary after the end of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Congress.&nbsp;

The visit was confirmed by Pakistan's foreign ministry which released a statement and said it was Premier&nbsp;Li Keqiang that extended the invitation. Foreign Minister&nbsp;Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will also be travelling with Sharif.&nbsp;

"Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will visit China on 1-2 November at the head of a high-level delegation, including Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The Prime Minister is undertaking the visit at the invitation of H.E. Li Keqiang, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China," read the statement.

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The visit comes in the backdrop of China and Pakistan agreeing&nbsp;to start three new corridors in November, in addition to the multiple billion dollars China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), to strengthen bilateral ties, according to multiple reports.

It is expected that a formal launch will be announced during the trip.&nbsp;

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"The visit is also expected to advance the wide-ranging bilateral cooperation agenda with the conclusion of a number of MoUs/Agreements in diverse areas, and consolidate the momentum of CPEC cooperation in the wake of the 11th meeting of the CPEC Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) on 27th October 2022," read the statement further.&nbsp;

As reported by WION,&nbsp;the CPEC is a multi-billion dollar development project, with a planned network of roads, railways and energy projects linking China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region with Pakistan's strategic Gwadar Port on the Arabian Sea.

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Notably, this will be Sharif's first visit to China since assuming the chair earlier this year. Previously Sharif and Xi met each other in Uzbekistan on the sidelines of the SCO summit last month.&nbsp;Sharif will also become one of the first leaders to visit China after the CPC Congress.&nbsp;

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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, alongside a high-level delegation, will be traveling to China next week to meet President Xi Jinping. The visit announcement comes days after Xi secured a third term for himself as the party general secretary after the end of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Congress.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, alongside a high-level delegation, will be traveling to China next week to meet President Xi Jinping. The visit announcement comes days after Xi secured a third term for himself as the party general secretary after the end of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Congress. The visit was confirmed by Pakistan's foreign ministry which released a statement and said it was Premier Li Keqiang that extended the invitation. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will also be travelling with Sharif. "Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will visit China on 1-2 November at the head of a high-level delegation, including Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. The Prime Minister is undertaking the visit at the invitation of H.E. Li Keqiang, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China," read the statement. WATCH | WION Exclusive with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif & ministers Hina Rabbani Khar & Maryyium Aurangzeb × The visit comes in the backdrop of China and Pakistan agreeing to start three new corridors in November, in addition to the multiple billion dollars China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), to strengthen bilateral ties, according to multiple reports. It is expected that a formal launch will be announced during the trip. Read more: Pakistan, China to launch three new CPEC-like corridor projects: Report "The visit is also expected to advance the wide-ranging bilateral cooperation agenda with the conclusion of a number of MoUs/Agreements in diverse areas, and consolidate the momentum of CPEC cooperation in the wake of the 11th meeting of the CPEC Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) on 27th October 2022," read the statement further. As reported by WION, the CPEC is a multi-billion dollar development project, with a planned network of roads, railways and energy projects linking China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region with Pakistan's strategic Gwadar Port on the Arabian Sea. Read more: Pakistan requests China to roll over its USD 6.3 billion debt Notably, this will be Sharif's first visit to China since assuming the chair earlier this year. Previously Sharif and Xi met each other in Uzbekistan on the sidelines of the SCO summit last month. Sharif will also become one of the first leaders to visit China after the CPC Congress. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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A little more than a week after drawing curtains on the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Congress, President Xi Jinping is still making moves to have the perfect and the most loyal group of yes-men surrounding him.

A little more than a week after drawing curtains on the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Congress, President Xi Jinping is still making moves to have the perfect and the most loyal group of yes-men surrounding him. Reportedly, Xi has named Chen Yixin, 63, as the new minister of state security. Chen has been a close confidant of Xi and has always been given the most challenging job profiles. In early 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic was still in its infancy, Chen was dispatched to Wuhan to contain the outbreak and also handle the heat from international media, following the death of Dr Li Wenliang. According to metrics set by Xi, Chen managed to perform adequately and was soon ordered to lead an anti-corruption campaign across the country to tighten the country's law enforcement and security apparatus. Read more: Chen Quanguo, architect of the 'Uyghur genocide', ousted from China’s top leadership body Xi appointing Chen as the new state security minister also stems from their Zhejiang connection. Xi was CPC's Zhejiang province chief in 2002 when the two first crossed paths. Chen was the deputy director of the party's general office and it was there that the two forged a mutually beneficial working arrangement. Read more: Xi's new military appointment can spark a crisis with US-Taiwan: Reports When Xi left for Shanghai to pursue his national-level goals, Chen was also elevated to party chief of the cities of Jinhua and Wenzhou. As reported by WION, this is not the first instance of Xi using his Zhejiang connection to place his trusted allies on the top party positions. CPC's Shanghai chief Li Qiang who has been anointed as the next premier of the country also managed to leapfrog other much-qualified candidates, solely because of his personal history with Xi. Read more: Li Qiang, the man poised to become China's next premier Xi is extremely conservative when it comes to who makes his inner circle. And Li and Chen have been one of the few men that have followed him for the majority of his life. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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The once in five years Communist Party Congress has recently concluded&nbsp;and President Xi Jinping’s reiteration of his policies has led investors to rush out of Chinese stocks, starting Monday, said a report by Bloomberg.&nbsp;

On Friday, the situation worsened when an index of Chinese shares traded in the Hong Kong stock market dipped to the lowest level since 2008, making it one of the worst-performing stock gauges for the year. This week’s losses have reportedly shocked local as well as global investors.&nbsp;

This comes after the twice-a-decade meeting during which Xi placed allies in several top-most positions in the country and sought to increase state control on markets and the economy leaving little space for the opposition.&nbsp;

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Furthermore, this week the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index saw a loss of over&nbsp;8%&nbsp;after investors pulled a record of $2.5 billion from mainland stocks on Monday alone. While the HSCEI gauge sank 7.3% in its biggest plunge since the global financial crisis of 2008 on the same day.&nbsp;

The report suggests that following Monday’s rout the markets had more or less stabilised but Friday’s dip served as a reminder of the risks of dip buying when it comes to Chinese shares. Notably, the rapid selloffs come ahead of China’s appointments of key party and cabinet members which is expected to take place in the upcoming weeks.&nbsp;

This is also as the government has imposed fresh lockdowns in Wuhan in line with Beijing’s zero-Covid policy while Xi has also reiterated his calls for China’s economic self-reliance. Christina Woon, the investment director for Asia equities in Singapore told Bloomberg it is, “Hard to say how the selloff plays out, but again, a sustained recovery in investor confidence is still dependent on developments like changes to China’s zero COVID policy.”

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Mainland China’s stock market also fell but relatively less as the country’s CSI 300 Index, down 5.4% for the week, which was the worst in the past 15 months, while the Shanghai Composite ended 4% lower. Meanwhile, traders are reportedly struggling to determine how Xi’s consolidation of power will affect and change China’s political and economic landscape.&nbsp;

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The once in five years Communist Party Congress has recently concluded and President Xi Jinping’s reiteration of his policies has led investors to rush out of Chinese stocks, starting Monday, said a report by Bloomberg.

The once in five years Communist Party Congress has recently concluded and President Xi Jinping’s reiteration of his policies has led investors to rush out of Chinese stocks, starting Monday, said a report by Bloomberg. On Friday, the situation worsened when an index of Chinese shares traded in the Hong Kong stock market dipped to the lowest level since 2008, making it one of the worst-performing stock gauges for the year. This week’s losses have reportedly shocked local as well as global investors. This comes after the twice-a-decade meeting during which Xi placed allies in several top-most positions in the country and sought to increase state control on markets and the economy leaving little space for the opposition. ALSO READ: 'The world needs China,' says Xi after getting third term as general secretary, at par with Mao Furthermore, this week the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index saw a loss of over 8% after investors pulled a record of $2.5 billion from mainland stocks on Monday alone. While the HSCEI gauge sank 7.3% in its biggest plunge since the global financial crisis of 2008 on the same day. The report suggests that following Monday’s rout the markets had more or less stabilised but Friday’s dip served as a reminder of the risks of dip buying when it comes to Chinese shares. Notably, the rapid selloffs come ahead of China’s appointments of key party and cabinet members which is expected to take place in the upcoming weeks. This is also as the government has imposed fresh lockdowns in Wuhan in line with Beijing’s zero-Covid policy while Xi has also reiterated his calls for China’s economic self-reliance. Christina Woon, the investment director for Asia equities in Singapore told Bloomberg it is, “Hard to say how the selloff plays out, but again, a sustained recovery in investor confidence is still dependent on developments like changes to China’s zero COVID policy.” ALSO READ: 20th CPC National Congress: PLA Galwan commander attended opening event Mainland China’s stock market also fell but relatively less as the country’s CSI 300 Index, down 5.4% for the week, which was the worst in the past 15 months, while the Shanghai Composite ended 4% lower. Meanwhile, traders are reportedly struggling to determine how Xi’s consolidation of power will affect and change China’s political and economic landscape. 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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Former Chinese President Hu Jintao was dramatically led out of the closing ceremony of the Communist Party Congress. Fresh footage of the incident has now emerged. Molly Gambhir tells you what happened on that day.

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It looks like China’s former president Hu Jintao was whisked away from the stage at a key Communist party meeting in Beijing because he was arguing about some official papers, new footage released by Singapore-based Channel News Asia showed.

The incident that took place on Saturday shocked the world about the manner in which the former state leader was abruptly escorted off the main event presided over by China’s current President Xi Jinping.

It led many to speculate that it was deliberately done at the behest of Xi to show that the more consensus-driven Hu era was over, whereas others believed that it could have happened because of Hu's poor health.

Xinhua news agency later tweeted that Hu was escorted as he was feeling unwell, but it did not report that domestically.

The new <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBG2bD-TE9g">video</a> released by the CNA starts moments before the 79-year-old leader is escorted out of the event.

It shows Hu trying repeatedly to read a set of documents that are covered by a red sheet.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-former-chinese-president-hu-jintao-abruptly-escorted-out-of-communist-party-congress-527596">Watch: Former Chinese president Hu Jintao abruptly escorted out of Communist Party Congress</a>

Politburo Standing Committee member Li Zhanshu, who was sitting beside the former president, then intervenes and seems to suggest to Hu that the documents need to be covered as the proceeding is being recorded with TV cameras and photographers.

At this moment, Xi, who was monitoring the whole situation, gestured to another man standing there, who then tried to persuade Hu to leave and at one point attempts to physically lift him up from his chair.

The former president then leaves his chair with some help from the party aide, and while on his way out, he is seen trying to speak with the Chinese president.

(With inputs from agencies)

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It looks like China’s former president Hu Jintao was whisked away from the stage at a key Communist party meeting in Beijing because he was arguing about some official papers, new footage released by Singapore-based Channel News Asia showed.

It looks like China’s former president Hu Jintao was whisked away from the stage at a key Communist party meeting in Beijing because he was arguing about some official papers, new footage released by Singapore-based Channel News Asia showed. The incident that took place on Saturday shocked the world about the manner in which the former state leader was abruptly escorted off the main event presided over by China’s current President Xi Jinping. It led many to speculate that it was deliberately done at the behest of Xi to show that the more consensus-driven Hu era was over, whereas others believed that it could have happened because of Hu's poor health. Xinhua news agency later tweeted that Hu was escorted as he was feeling unwell, but it did not report that domestically. The new video released by the CNA starts moments before the 79-year-old leader is escorted out of the event. It shows Hu trying repeatedly to read a set of documents that are covered by a red sheet. Also read | Watch: Former Chinese president Hu Jintao abruptly escorted out of Communist Party Congress Politburo Standing Committee member Li Zhanshu, who was sitting beside the former president, then intervenes and seems to suggest to Hu that the documents need to be covered as the proceeding is being recorded with TV cameras and photographers. At this moment, Xi, who was monitoring the whole situation, gestured to another man standing there, who then tried to persuade Hu to leave and at one point attempts to physically lift him up from his chair. The former president then leaves his chair with some help from the party aide, and while on his way out, he is seen trying to speak with the Chinese president. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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