Xi Jinping used the Communist Party’s 105th anniversary to present China’s rapid industrialization as a path other developing countries could follow, saying Beijing offers “Chinese wisdom” and solutions to global problems.
At Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, Xi said the world is in a new period of turbulence and transformation and renewed his call to reshape international relations in ways he says better reflect developing nations’ interests.
The speech also repeated core security themes from his 2021 centenary address, including bringing Taiwan under China’s control and accelerating the military’s rise to world-class standards under firm party command.
Those military remarks come after several senior generals were removed in a corruption purge that has also been seen as a drive to tighten loyalty, underscoring Xi’s growing confidence at home and abroad in his 14th year in power.
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Taiwan Under Pressure: Xi Jinping’s 2026 Address, Escalating Chinese Tactics, and the Global Response
Overview
On July 1, 2026, President Xi Jinping delivered a major address that reinforced China’s commitment to national unity and sovereignty, emphasizing the integration of Hong Kong and Macau and the need to safeguard China’s interests under Communist Party leadership. While Xi did not announce a new reunification pledge for Taiwan, his speech echoed previous statements that resolving the Taiwan issue is central to his legacy and should not be delayed for future generations. This stance highlights Beijing’s ongoing resolve and sets the stage for continued regional tensions and international responses, as detailed throughout the report.