China Pursues New Diplomatic Approach To Rebuild Its Sinking Image
In order to rebuild the sinking image of the nation since pandemic, China has decided to create a "trustworthy, lovable and respectable" image of its own. Reportedly, President Xi Jinping has advised the Senior Communist Party officials to create a more cohesive environment "with those who understand and are friendly to China". A former Chinese diplomat said the government has realised that its negative image was hurting its "core interests… read-more
Tags: President Xi Jinping, China, Diplomacy, pandemic
Courtesy: NDTV
China Faces Worst Power Shortage Due To Extreme Weather
China faces the worst electricity crunch since 2011 due to increased demand caused by extreme weather. Coal is used for 60% of the country's electricity production which has become a threat to President Xi Jinping's aim of making China carbon neutral by 2026. However, the provinces have started rationing power including Guangdong province responsible for more than 10 percent of the country's power supply.
Tags: Electricity, President Xi Jinping, Carbon Neutrality, China
Courtesy: The Times of India
China Allows Couples To Have Three Child After Birth Rate Falls
In a major shift in its two-child policy, Chinese government on May 31 allowed people to have maximum three children. The development came after the world’s most populous country reported slowest population growth in last decade since 1950s. President Xi Jinping also announced supportive measures including lowering the educational cost for families and stepping tax and housing support. Notably, China scrapped its… read-more
Tags: China, President Xi Jinping, politburo, Xinhua
Courtesy: Reuters
China Removes General Zhao Zongqi From Sino-Indian Border
Chinese President Xi Jinping has replaced General Zhao Zongqi who allegedly orchestrated the violent clashes between India and China at the border. Zhao Zongqi, under whom the 2017 Doklam stand-off had also arisen, has been replaced with General Zhang Xudong who has no experience in serving at the Sino-Indian borders. The development has taken place amidst the ongoing talks between both the countries for securing complete disengagement along … read-more
Tags: INDIA CHINA BORDER ISSUE, President Xi Jinping, Ladakh, India
Courtesy: WION
PM Modi To Meet Xi Jinping Virtually At Upcoming BRICS Summit
First time after the relations became sour between India and China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping on November 17. They will be interacting through video conference at the upcoming virtual BRICS summit, which will be hosted by Russia. With theme “BRICS Partnership for Global Stability, Shared Security and Innovative Growth”, five member countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, will… read-more
Tags: India, China, Narendra Modi, President Xi Jinping, BRICS
Courtesy: India Today
China Hopes 'Golden Week' Holidays Will Revive Economy
Chinese government has expected 550 million people to travel and spend money during the Golden Week holidays. The holiday was announced before the Chinese National Day on October 1 with an aim to revive the economy. Termed as "critical battle" by a Chinese newspaper, the Golden Week started on September 28 and witnessed a great response as tourist spots were flooded with people.
Tags: China, post-covid, Economic Recovery, President Xi Jinping
Courtesy: The Guardian
No Intention to Fight Any Kind of War: Jinping at UN General Assembly
Addressing the UN General-Assembly, Chinese president, Xi Jinping stated that China has no intention of waging ‘Cold’ Or 'Hot' war against any county. Rather, he said they were looking to sort differences and disputes through negotiations and dialogues. He denied the alleged behind-the-curtain developments saying, “We will never seek hegemony, expansion, or sphere of influence.” On criticism faced due to Covid-19, Xi called for solidarity to… read-more
Tags: China, President Xi Jinping, UN General Assembly, Covid-19, International Relationship
Courtesy: NDTV
China Constructs Nine Buildings Near the Nepal-China Border Area
The chairman of Nepal's Namkha Municipality, Vishnu Bahadur Lama confirmed that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) was constructing infrastructure at Nepal-China border of Humla district. Lama mentioned that the construction was noticed in August and was reported to authorities. Reportedly, at least nine buildings are built by PLA. Lama also mentioned that he and other villagers were not allowed in the area, and were stopped by PLA soldiers… read-more
Tags: China-Nepal, illegal-infrastructure, Nepal KP Sharma Oli, President Xi Jinping, Chinese Military
Courtesy: The Times of India