
President Xi Jinping delivered his customary New Year address on December 31, 2025, reviewing China's progress and setting priorities for 2026.
The address highlighted national development and global engagement, consistent with his leadership since 2013.
The address underscored China's domestic stability and continued national rejuvenation. This aligns with enduring themes, as seen in GeoGazet tracking "Mao’s Legacy Still Shapes Xi Jinping’s China 50 Years After His Death." President Xi's influence score stands at 100/100, reflecting his strong command domestically.
Globally, Xi Jinping emphasized China's role in multilateralism and strategic partnerships. Recent high level diplomatic activity includes a welcoming banquet for U.S. President Donald J. Trump, a key event among the 7 tracked signals with the United States. China's top connections by signal volume are with China itself, the United States, and India.