Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping is one of the most influential political figures in the world today, serving as the paramount leader of the People's Republic of China. His leadership has been marked by significant economic reforms, an assertive foreign policy, and a strict governance style that includes a strong anti-corruption campaign.
ABOUT
Xi Jinping has been at the helm of China’s leadership since November 2012, when he became the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission. In March 2013, he was officially confirmed as the President of the People's Republic of China. Xi's governance is characterized by the centralization of power and the promotion of the “Chinese Dream” which emphasizes national rejuvenation.
BEFORE FAME
Xi Jinping was born on June 15, 1953, in Beijing, China. He is the son of Xi Zhongxun, a revolutionary hero and one of the veteran leaders of the Chinese Communist Party. Xi's early years were fraught with challenges, especially during the Cultural Revolution, when his father was purged and Xi himself was sent to work in the countryside in Shaanxi province. Despite these hardships, Xi pursued an education at Tsinghua University, studying chemical engineering and later obtaining a doctorate in law.
TRIVIA
- Xi Jinping is known for his keen interest in sports and has promoted sports diplomacy during his tenure.
- He has been frequently depicted and parodied in popular culture, sometimes controversially.
- Xi has written several works on governance and the policies of the CCP, offering insights into his political ideology and vision for China.
FAMILY LIFE
Xi Jinping is married to Peng Liyuan, a famous Chinese folk singer and performing artist who gained national fame in the early 1980s. Peng has also served as a goodwill ambassador for the World Health Organization. The couple has one daughter, Xi Mingze, who completed her undergraduate studies at Harvard University under a pseudonym for security reasons.
ASSOCIATED WITH
Xi Jinping's leadership has seen China taking on a more assertive role on the global stage, often in direct juxtaposition with the policies of major Western leaders. He has been frequently compared and contrasted with former US Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump, with his governance style being markedly different from that of his contemporaries. Furthermore, his close association with Russian President Vladimir Putin has been a focal point in discussions about international relations and global power dynamics.
Xi Jinping’s tenure continues to shape China’s socio-political and economic landscape, making him a pivotal figure in contemporary global politics.
