Xi Jinping
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China accuses US of distorting its Taiwan military activity, warns against interference
China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi Jinping tells island's opposition leader
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China watching the world's response to war in Ukraine - Blinken
Blinken said China's political and material support for Russia goes against Washington's interests.
Putin, Xi hold 'thorough' talks on Chinese plan for Ukraine-Russia peace
"There was a very thorough exchange of views, a serious conversation in the informal part," the Kremlin spokesperson said, referring to Monday's meeting.
Kyiv says China should press Russia to end war in Ukraine
Xi was expected to press Beijing's role as a potential peacemaker in the conflict following the release of a 12-point plan
What are the key issues to watch for in the China-Russia meetings? - analysis
Reports say that the sides will discuss Russian-Chinese cooperation in the international arena. Important bilateral documents are supposed to be signed or at least come out of these meetings.
Xi: China's proposal on Ukraine reflects unity of global views
Xi has been seeking to present China as a global peacemaker and project it as a responsible great power.
US must stop suppressing China or risk 'conflict' - foreign minister
The US has been engaging in suppression and containment of China rather than fair or rule-based competition, Foreign Minister Qin Gang stated on Tuesday.
Ukraine's Zelensky says he plans to meet China's Xi
Zelensky on Friday welcomed some elements of a Chinese proposal for a ceasefire in Russia's war on Ukraine.
What is the new Israeli government’s China policy? - opinion
The new Israeli government should promote economic relations with China subject to considerations of national security and promoting the strategic dialogue with Washington on technology.
Israel's relations with Saudi Arabia depend on progress with Palestinians - opinion
Even though their interests overlap, to forge new relations Israel must respect Saudi Arabias interests, including the Arab Peace Initiative.
Xi Jinping’s meetings in Saudi Arabia: Global context for Mideast change - opinion
China has shown signs of moving in, as the US has indicated its desire to reduce its influence in the Middle East, according to a growing school of thought.