Articles tagged under: Xi Jinping
Xi Expands Power
Published October 17, 2022
During this week’s Communist Party Congress, Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to win an unprecedented third term. Xi kicked off the political event over the weekend. In the speech, Xi addressed numerous topics, including food security and self-sufficiency.Seed Independence Necessary for China’s Food Security
Published April 11, 2022
To achieve food security, Chinese President Xi Jinping said the country needs to be independent in seed production. Xi made the comments over the weekend while visiting a seed laboratory. The Chinese president also repeated his concerns about China’s dependence…U.S. and China Discuss Russia-Ukraine War
Published March 19, 2022
President Biden talked with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday. All eyes have been on China since the Russia-Ukraine war to see what happens next. A readout of the call from the White House says President Biden outlined the views…Xi Repeats Food Security Message
Published March 7, 2022
Speaking to a political conference over the weekend, Chinese President Xi Jinping said the country should expand domestic crop production and not rely on the international market. Xi also called for the development of a seed industry in China, saying…Xi Stresses the Need for Food Security
Published December 27, 2021
Following the Central Rural Work Conference in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping said it is important for China to safeguard its supply of grains. The strategy includes stabilizing corn production and expanding soybean production. China’s food security goals also include…Biden and Xi Expected to Discuss Trade
Published November 13, 2021
President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet virtually later today. U.S. agricultural sales to China are at record highs, but China is not meeting its trade obligations within the phase one trade deal with the United States.…Trump Talks Trade
Published July 15, 2020
At a White House press conference, President Donald Trump touted the recent Chinese purchases of U.S. corn and soybeans. Trump also voiced second thoughts about the phase one trade deal with China. "When I made the deal, I thought this…Coronavirus Cases Now Tops 79,000
Published February 24, 2020
According to Chinese President Xi, the coronavirus outbreak is at a “critical stage” and more steps should be taken to prevent its spread. Xi also promoted action to revitalize the Chinese economy and stop the spread of the disease from…New Site Sought for Trump-Xi Meeting
Published November 1, 2019
According to a tweet from President Trump, the U.S. and China are trying to secure a new location to sign a tentative trade deal. Trump and Chinese President Xi were expected to meet during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in…