Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker 2026

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Junjie WangJanuary 27, 2026 at 10:15 AM

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Amidst renewed US tariff threats, a diplomatic shift towards Beijing is occurring in early 2026. Leaders from Europe, Asia, and North America are seeking stability through direct engagement with China. This diplomatic push began with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's visit in early January, the first by a South Korean president since 2019, solidifying improved relations between the two countries. The increased engagement suggests a growing interest in bilateral ties with China as a means of navigating global uncertainties.

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Ireland 40% Micheál Martin 40% Lee Jae Myung 60% South Korea ×260% United States ×270% Donald Trump 70% Xi Jinping 80% Beijing ×280% China ×290%

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china 100% diplomatic engagement 80% bilateral relations 70% us allies 70% diplomatic pivot 70% donald trump 60% south korea 60% tariff threats 60% lee jae myung 50% stability 50%

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