China assumes a leading global role in APEC and reinforces its diplomatic leadership.

247 - The presence of the Chinese president Xi Jinping at the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders Meeting, held in Gyeongju, South KoreaThe Chinese leader attracted international media attention last weekend. His speech at the opening session of the meeting focused on the topic. "Building an inclusive and open economy in the Asia-Pacific region for all", reinforcing the defense of a multilateral trading system and the importance of regional cooperation.

According to a report published by Global Times, various international vehicles, such as Reuters, CNBC, Tass, AFP e Al JazeeraThey highlighted China's role as a driving force in APEC and its growing diplomatic influence. The coverage focused on Chinese proposals for global governance of... artificial intelligence (AI), green transition and strengthening free and balanced trade. During the summit, Xi participated in more than ten bilateral and multilateral meetings, including meetings with the prime ministers of Canada, Thailand e Japan. 

The Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang YiWang stated that Xi's actions "guided regional cooperation and consolidated friendship between neighboring countries," in addition to highlighting "the responsibility of a great power." Shenzhen China will host the next APEC leaders' meeting in November 2026. "China is ready to seize the opportunity to host the event and work with all parties in jointly building an Asia-Pacific community," the foreign minister said.

Meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump 

O President of the United States, Donald TrumpChinese Minister Wang Yi met with Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the conference in Busan. According to Wang Yi, the dialogue between the two leaders was "deep and constructive," addressing central themes of bilateral relations and global stability. "The two countries are fully capable of helping each other succeed and prosper together," declared the Chinese minister. The meeting was described by analysts as "a historic moment in China-US relations." CNBC highlighted that China took a leading role in proposing the creation of an international body to regulate artificial intelligence, reinforcing China's image as a defender of global cooperation and responsible technological innovation. The Cuban news agency Prensa Latina He emphasized the Chinese call for "close cooperation in AI and green transition," while the Al Jazeera He described the Chinese leader as "the center of attention" at the forum.

Rapprochement between China and South Korea 

During a state visit to South KoreaXi Jinping met with the president. Lee Jae-myung to rekindle bilateral relations after nearly a decade of tensions. The meeting, held in Gyeongju National MuseumThis resulted in a commitment to resume high-level dialogue and transform the diplomatic thaw into concrete economic benefits, according to the Korea Herald.

A AFP He highlighted that this was Xi's first official visit to South Korea since 2014, and that the meeting symbolizes "the full restoration of bilateral relations." According to the professor... Hwang Jae-hoAccording to a statement by Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, "it became clear to both sides that they need each other." He added that "Beijing and Seoul share common views on free trade and multilateralism." The New York Times He analyzed that South Korea faces a delicate diplomatic challenge in trying to balance its ties with Beijing e Washington, amidst the growing rivalry between the two powers. 

The researcher Xiang HaoyuAn expert from the Chinese Institute of International Studies stated that "Seoul's strategic autonomy and its ability to shape foreign policy based on national interests will be crucial to the stability of its diplomacy."

With its active presence in APEC and its foreign policy of cooperation and balance, China reaffirms its leadership position in a global landscape marked by economic uncertainties and technological disputes.