Li Qiang: Xi Jinping, China’s president, names next premier Nomination at annual meeting of National People’s Congress confirms replacement of Li Keqiang The Guardian - AU · Mar 11, 2023
‘A defeated person’: sidelined by Xi, China’s Li Keqiang bows out as premier Hopes that Li would be a liberal reformer were curbed by Xi Jinping as the president became more and more powerful The Guardian - UK · Mar 11, 2023
On 3/11/20, WHO declared a pandemic. These quotes and photos recall that historic time Three years ago, the novel coronavirus swept the world. Here are 24 quotes and 13 photos that sum up the reaction in the weeks before the World Health Organization's declaration of a global pandemic. WEKU · Mar 10, 2023
Rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran restore ties, with China's help. Here's why it matters Saudi Arabia and Iran are restoring full diplomatic relations in a deal brokered by China, a move that could reduce tensions in the region and that asserts China's growing influence in the Gulf. WEKU · Mar 10, 2023
Timeline: Iran and Saudi Arabia, from rivalry to rapprochement Iran and Saudi Arabia have had an adversarial history. Here’s a look at recent important events in their relations. Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 2023
Xi Jinping is China’s most dominant leader in decades – and his grip on power is tightening REDIRECTED Being handed an unprecedented third term completes a comprehensive power grab, writes Chris Stevenson The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2023
China rejects Canada ‘smears’ amid covert ‘police stations’ probe Beijing says Ottawa harming its reputation as police investigate alleged Chinese-run ‘police stations’ in Quebec. Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 2023
Mixed reactions as Xi Jinping secures third term as China's president Xi Jinping has been re-elected for a third term as China's president. The decision was made at the National People's Congress, China's top legislative body, and was met with mixed reactions from both domestic and international communities. Radio France Internationale · Mar 10, 2023
Saudi Arabia, Iran Agree to Restore Diplomatic Relations Saudi Arabia and Iran agreed on Friday to reestablish diplomatic relations and reopen embassies. The agreement was reached at an initiative by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 10, 2023
First Thing: seven killed in shooting at Jehovah’s Witness hall in Germany Chancellor Olaf Scholz denounces ‘brutal act’ after suspected gunman found dead. Plus, the people who inherit hobbies from loved ones The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2023
China Hands Xi Jinping Historic Third Term as President Xi was unanimously voted to serve a third term as the president and commander of the 2 million-member People’s Liberation Army. The News Lens · Mar 10, 2023
UAE Leaders Congratulate President of China on Re-Election United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent on Friday a message of congratulations to Xi Jinping on his re-election as President of China, reported the UAE's state news agency WAM. Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also sent… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 10, 2023
China's Xi Jinping, as expected, gets 5 more years as state president Xi Jinping's allies and loyalists are expected to be installed in other key posts in the coming days, completing a sweeping power grab in China. WEKU · Mar 10, 2023
Xi Jinping awarded third term as China president after unanimous people’s congress vote China leader Xi Jinping was awarded a third five-year term as the nation’s president , putting him on track to stay in power for life. Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2023
Axios · Mar 10, 2023 China's Xi sworn in for historic third term China's two-term limit has been abolished and Xi could be in a position for life-long rule.
Dynamite News · Mar 10, 2023 China: Xi Jinping grabs unprecedented 3rd term as President of the country Xi Jinping was on Friday unanimously appointed as Chinese President for the third time, making him the country's longest-serving leader since founding father Mao Zedong. Read further on Dynamite News:
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 10, 2023 China’s Xi Awarded 3rd Term as President, Extending Rule Chinese leader Xi Jinping was awarded a third five-year term as president Friday, putting him on track to stay in power for life at a time of severe economic challenges and rising tensions with the US and others. The endorsement of Xi’s appointment by the ceremonial National People’s Congress was…
The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2023 Loyal and experienced, China's other top leaders take posts With Chinese leader Xi Jinping receiving a norms-breaking third five-year term as president, the other six men who serve with him on the ruling Communist Party’s all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee are taking up their new portfolios
The Guardian - AU · Mar 10, 2023 Afternoon Update: Aukus submarine deal prompts China arms race warning; NRL racism outrage; and judge ejects breastfeeding mother Australia draws the ire of China over nuclear subs deal with the US and UK expected to be announced next week
Caixin Global · Mar 10, 2023 Xi Jinping Reelected as China’s President Lawmakers also declared Han Zheng as vice president of the country, replacing Wang Qishan who had been in the position since 2018
Al Jazeera · Mar 10, 2023 China’s parliament backs Xi Jinping for third term as president Xi has sidelined potential challengers and filled the party’s top ranks with his supporters since taking power in 2012.
Tribune News Service · Mar 10, 2023 US-China downward spiral raises fresh fears of eventual conflict WASHINGTON — China and the U.S. have locked themselves into a new cycle of recriminations, provoking fresh worries that the world’s two biggest economies are heading down a path that could one day lead to the once unthinkable: the possibility of open conflict.
The New Daily · Mar 10, 2023 China’s parliament re-elects Xi Jinping as president Xi Jinping has tightened his grip as China's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong after being elected president for a third term.
ABC News · Mar 10, 2023 Xi Jinping officially begins norm-busting third term as president, tearing up modern China's political rule book Xi Jinping officially kicks off his norm-busting third term as China's president, solidifying his position as one of the communist nation's most powerful leaders in generations.
Bangkok Post · Mar 10, 2023 China's Xi handed historic third term as president Xi Jinping was handed a third term as Chinese president on Friday, capping a rise that has seen him become the country's most powerful leader in generations.