Xi Jinping

About

Xi Jinping is the current General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, the President of the People's Republic of China, and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission, effectively making him the paramount leader of China. He was born on June 15, 1953, in Beijing. Xi graduated from Tsinghua University with a degree in chemical engineering in 1979. He has held numerous positions in the Chinese government, including serving as the governor of Fujian province from 1999 to 2002 and party chief of the Zhejiang province from 2002 to 2007. In 2013, he assumed China's top leadership positions. Notably, Xi has pursued a robust anti-corruption campaign throughout his tenure and presented the political theory "Xi Jinping Thought". He has also sought to extend China's influence globally, through projects like the Belt and Road Initiative.

Associated With

Xi Jinping, the current Leader of the People's Republic of China, is primarily involved in the world of politics, not the entertainment or media industries. However, he has appeared and interacted with international media personalities, especially during high-level intergovernmental meetings. An example is his long-standing diplomatic relationship with Vladimir Putin, cemented through several meetings and agreements. He has officially met with figures such as former U.S Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama. However, it should be made clear that Xi Jinping maintains a strict, professional relationship with these individuals based on their respective political positions. He is, understandably, private about his personal life, and there are no known associations with anyone in the entertainment or media industry in terms of acting, dating, or any other form of collaboration.

Career Highlights

• 1975 - Joined the Communist Party of China.
• 1983 - Promoted as the Deputy Secretary of Zhengding County, Hebei province.
• 1985 - Appointed as the Communist Party Secretary and Mayor of Xiamen, Fujian province.
• 1996 - Became the Municipal Communist Party Secretary of Fuzhou, the capital of Fujian province.
• 1999 - Appointed as the governor of Fujian province.
• 2007 - Appointed as a Member of the Politburo Standing Committee.
• 2008 - Appointed as the Vice President of the People's Republic of China.
• 2012 - Became the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and Chairman of the Central Military Commission.
• 2013 - Elected as the President of the People's Republic of China.
• 2016 - Declared as the "core" leader of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China.
• 2018 - Voted to abolish the term limits for the Presidency, making it possible for him to serve indefinitely.
• 2020 - Led China's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Notable Awards

• Xi Jinping, the current General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the President of the People's Republic of China, and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission, has been awarded several honorary titles and awards during his career, notable among them are:
• The Royal Order of the Seraphim (Sweden) - The highest order awarded by the King of Sweden. Xi was presented with this order in 2017.
• Order of José Marti (Cuba) - Cuba's highest decoration. He received it in 2014 while visiting Cuba.
• Order of the Liberator General San Martín (Argentina) - The highest distinction of Argentina, Xi Jinping received it in 2019.
• Nishan-e-Pakistan (Pakistan) - The highest civil award given by Pakistan to foreign civilians, Xi Jinping received it in 2015.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Xi Jinping Movie/TV Show?

Xi Jinping, China's current president, is not known for appearing in movies or TV shows. Please note that he is a political figure, not an actor. However, there have been documentaries or news programs featuring or discussing him, as with most world leaders. A notable production is "Xi Jinping's Chinese Dream," a feature-length documentaryA non-fiction genre that documents reality, primarily for the purposes of instruction, education, or... that showcases his vision and policies. Keep in mind that information regarding media portrayals of Xi Jinping is tightly controlled within China.

How Did Xi Jinping Get Famous?

Xi Jinping rose to prominence through his political career in China. He held various key positions within the Communist Party of China and served in top provincial leadership roles in Fujian and Zhejiang before joining the central government in Beijing. His reputation grew further when he was appointed to the standing committee of the political Bureau in 2007. He garnered international attention when he became the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, the President of the People's Republic of China, and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission, effectively making him the paramount leader of China. His policies, political vision, and his concept of the "Chinese Dream" have also contributed to his fame.