Xi Jinping is not known for his easy smiles. China’s most powerful Communist leader in decades has built a reputation reinforced by state media during his 12-year rule as a serious and steady hand.
Chinese state media reported some of what was discussed in the phone call that took place on Monday, local time.
Tensions between Japan and China have escalated as Beijing reacts to newly appointed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks about potential intervention in a Taiwan contingency. On the 11th, ...