September
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The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin continued to be the paramount editorial priority across Chinese state media on September 1st. Early reports featured President Xi Jinping articulating the SCO's mission for peace and development, building on the previous day's opening. As the morning progressed, coverage detailed Xi presiding over key meetings, delivering keynote speeches, and reiterating calls for mutual benefit and regional stability. A significant development in the late morning was the widespread reporting of Xi's newly proposed Global Governance Initiative, unveiled during the "SCO+" meeting. This initiative quickly became a central narrative point, with subsequent reports emphasizing its core elements and specific proposals for multilateral cooperation, including China-SCO platforms and technological initiatives like the Beidou satellite system. Concurrently, the 'War of Resistance' spirit also maintained a presence in some state media.
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Chinese state media continued its extensive focus on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, with the Global Governance Initiative (GGI), unveiled the previous day, remaining a central narrative. A significant development was President Xi Jinping's trilateral meeting with Russian President Putin and Mongolian President Khurelsukh, underscoring regional cooperation. Throughout the day, editorial emphasis intensified on the China-Russia bilateral relationship, consistently lauded across state outlets as an exemplary model for major-country ties, with Xi and Putin vowing further cooperation and strategic alignment. State media frequently linked this partnership and the GGI to upholding the UN-centered international system and defending WWII victory outcomes. Concurrently, reports detailed preparations for the upcoming 80th anniversary commemoration of the Anti-Japanese War, a recurring theme from prior days.
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Chinese state media overwhelmingly prioritized the 80th anniversary commemorations of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, marked by a massive V-Day parade in Beijing. President Xi Jinping presided over the event, addressing the gathering and reviewing troops, emphasizing "unstoppable national rejuvenation," the commitment to peaceful development, and building a world-class army. This followed earlier SCO summit narratives of China's role in global governance and regional partnerships. The parade prominently featured high-level international participation, including Russian President Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, which external reports framed as a geopolitical alignment and drew criticism regarding a perceived "anti-US conspiracy." Concurrently, non-state media noted internal political observations surrounding the event and highlighted new challenges for Chinese citizens seeking international mobility, such as tightened US student visas and issues with Hong Kong talent schemes.
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The day began with Chinese state media continuing its focus on President Xi Jinping's post-V-Day diplomatic activities, detailing his meetings with leaders from Indonesia, Laos, Vietnam, Cuba, and Zimbabwe. These engagements were consistently framed as deepening global partnerships and asserting China's international influence, building on the previous day's parade narrative. External reports provided broader context, analyzing the parade's messaging to the US and public perceptions of US rivalry. A major editorial shift occurred late morning with prominent coverage of Xi's talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Beijing. This meeting quickly became the central narrative, underscoring efforts to strengthen strategic regional ties. Concurrently, state media also reported on Xi's other diplomatic engagements, including with Serbia, while the military's routine patrols in the South China Sea also featured in some reports.
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Chinese state media throughout the day reinforced the narrative of China's "unstoppable great national rejuvenation," consistently linking the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War with a powerful historical momentum. Early reports highlighted President Xi Jinping's continued diplomatic engagements, including reaffirming close ties with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, a theme carried over from the previous day. As the day progressed, state outlets extensively featured Xi's interactions with war veterans and his consistent message linking recent SCO summit diplomacy with V-Day commemorations, emphasizing a vision for global governance and peace. Concurrently, a new editorial priority emerged around technological innovation, with prominent coverage of Xi's congratulatory letter to the World Smart Industry Expo 2025. By afternoon, this evolved into explicit reporting on Xi's call for international AI cooperation, framing artificial intelligence as an "international public good" to benefit all humanity.
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The day saw a dual focus in state media: reinforcing President Xi Jinping's diplomatic initiatives and solidifying the V-Day historical narrative. Early reports amplified Xi's call for AI as an international public good and continued featuring documentaries on the SCO Tianjin Summit. By mid-morning, state outlets highlighted Xi's congratulations to the China-Russia Friendship Committee and expounded on his "Global Governance Initiative," continuing the diplomatic themes from previous days. Concurrently, non-state media extensively reported on the investigation of former stocks regulator Yi Huiman for disciplinary breaches, a significant domestic development. Later in the day, the narrative shifted to link the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War with "great rejuvenation," portraying Xi as building a new national memory. Reports also noted China's continued backing for North Korea, echoing recent diplomatic engagements.
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The day's editorial priorities in China shifted towards President Xi Jinping's confirmed international engagement. State media extensively reported throughout the morning and into the afternoon on Xi's upcoming attendance at the BRICS leaders' online summit on September 8th, making this the primary new focus.
Concurrently, state outlets maintained their emphasis on the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War, highlighting the September 3rd military parade through the eyes of foreign dignitaries and reinforcing its historical significance under Xi's leadership. Early reports also underlined Xi's guidance for China's peaceful development, a theme carried from previous days.
Contrasting these narratives, independent media outlets reported on state censorship regarding a Xi-Putin video and a nationwide consumption downgrade, providing alternative perspectives on domestic affairs.
Concurrently, state outlets maintained their emphasis on the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War, highlighting the September 3rd military parade through the eyes of foreign dignitaries and reinforcing its historical significance under Xi's leadership. Early reports also underlined Xi's guidance for China's peaceful development, a theme carried from previous days.
Contrasting these narratives, independent media outlets reported on state censorship regarding a Xi-Putin video and a nationwide consumption downgrade, providing alternative perspectives on domestic affairs.
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Editorial priorities in Chinese state media on September 8th centered on President Xi Jinping's participation in the virtual BRICS Summit. Following the previous day's confirmation, outlets extensively covered Xi's address, publishing its full text and emphasizing his proposals for multilateralism, open cooperation, and global development. Reports consistently highlighted his call for BRICS nations to collectively defend the multilateral trading system and strengthen solidarity.
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The day began with state media extending its focus from the previous day's BRICS Summit, highlighting President Xi Jinping's proposals for multilateralism and global cooperation. Soon after, reports prominently featured Xi's meeting with Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro, emphasizing high-level diplomatic engagement and setting a model for relations between different social systems. Concurrently, Xi's congratulatory message to Kim Jong Un on DPRK's National Day underscored the strategic importance of China-DPRK ties. By late morning, a significant domestic editorial priority emerged: Xi's message to special-post teachers nationwide. This message urged them to nurture capable youth for the socialist cause and extended Teacher's Day greetings, becoming a dominant theme throughout the afternoon.
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Chinese state media consistently highlighted President Xi Jinping's directives on education throughout the day, evolving from Teachers' Day greetings and messages to special-post teachers, to slogans like "good teachers are the hope of the nation," and "dedicating oneself to teaching, a strong nation has me." This sustained focus on educators extended from the previous day's agenda.
Concurrently, the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services became a central theme, starting with Xi's congratulatory letter and China's commitment to high-level opening up, and transitioning to reports on the fair's official kickoff, attracting global businesses. Separately, high-level US-China defense talks and potential meetings emerged, alongside mainland warnings against Taiwan independence. In Hong Kong, the Legislative Council rejected a same-sex partnership bill.
Concurrently, the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services became a central theme, starting with Xi's congratulatory letter and China's commitment to high-level opening up, and transitioning to reports on the fair's official kickoff, attracting global businesses. Separately, high-level US-China defense talks and potential meetings emerged, alongside mainland warnings against Taiwan independence. In Hong Kong, the Legislative Council rejected a same-sex partnership bill.
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Chinese state media continued to emphasize "Victory Day Diplomacy" in the early hours, linking it to messages of confidence and strength, a recurring theme from previous days. Concurrently, President Xi Jinping's congratulatory message to Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his reelection gained prominence, framed within the 'Global South' narrative. By late morning, editorial focus shifted significantly to the China International Fair for Trade in Services, and Xi's call for reduced trade barriers and strengthened international cooperation. This continued into the afternoon, with state media stressing China's "unwavering resolve" to open its service market, intertwining it with historical reflections on the Anti-Japanese War victory.
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Chinese state media opened the day by highlighting China's commitment to global cooperation, alongside the Fujian aircraft carrier's passage through the Taiwan Strait and the announcement of 10 pilot projects for market-based allocation of production factors. This narrative continued with an emphasis on President Xi Jinping's call to accelerate agricultural and rural modernization, a recurring theme from previous days. Reports also noted the deepening of fiscal and tax reforms. By early afternoon, the focus remained on rural modernization, coupled with economic reforms including the exit of financing platforms and the utilization of debt quotas. Concurrently, the social media platform Xiaohongshu faced fines for content management issues, signaling ongoing internet campaigns.
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Chinese state media continued its strong emphasis on the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Anti-Japanese War, linking it to the development of a world-class army and national remembrance. This included reports on the solemn burial ceremony for Chinese martyrs of the Korean War. Concurrently, state media highlighted President Xi Jinping's vision for global governance and building a fairer world, often referencing an ancient Chinese idiom. This narrative was intertwined with a focus on strengthening national unity. Separately, a Caixin Global report detailed a high-profile prison escape, exposing corruption, while the South China Morning Post reported on mainland China's plans to defeat Taiwan's advanced weaponry and an anti-dumping probe into US analog chips.
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Chinese state media started the day by emphasizing the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Anti-Japanese War, linking it to national memory and rejuvenation. Concurrently, President Xi Jinping's vision for global governance and a fairer world was highlighted. Early morning reports detailed China's 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Switzerland, including mutual congratulatory messages between leaders. This theme continued throughout the day, reinforcing the importance of international cooperation and sovereign equality. In the afternoon, state media maintained its focus on the Anti-Japanese War anniversary, framing it as a "great spiritual monument." Separately, discussions between China and the US on economic and trade issues began in Spain. The South China Morning Post also reported on Chinese military patrols in the South China Sea.
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Chinese state media opened the day with a continued focus on the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Anti-Japanese War, framing it within national rejuvenation and global governance, particularly promoting international rule of law for fairer global governance. This emphasis on President Xi Jinping's vision was further amplified by reports on his activities, including exchanges with Keller-Sutter on the 75th anniversary of ties with Switzerland. By late morning, state media extensively covered Xi Jinping's article in "Qiushi" magazine, advocating for the construction of a unified national market. Concurrently, US-China economic and trade talks continued in Madrid, with reports of a "framework" agreement on TikTok and a planned call between Xi and Trump.
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Chinese state media continued to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War, linking it to global justice and national rejuvenation in the morning. Concurrently, the stable performance of the Chinese economy in August was noted. By mid-morning, reports focused on US-China economic and trade talks in Madrid, with a framework agreement on TikTok and planned calls between Xi and Trump. Xi's emphasis on unified market construction was highlighted, evolving from previous discussions. Later, discussions around the implementation of "AI+" actions for high-quality development emerged. The day concluded with further emphasis on Xi's initiatives for a "common cause" and continued focus on the Madrid trade talks.
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Chinese state media started the day emphasizing President Xi Jinping's "People First" governance philosophy and promoting innovation through the China-ASEAN Expo. Concurrently, discussions continued about US-China relations, including a potential Trump visit. By early morning, the focus shifted to commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War, with Xi's remarks on national rejuvenation and confidence prominently featured. Hong Kong's policy address was also covered, with plans to increase non-local student quotas. Throughout the day, state media consistently highlighted Xi's V-Day commemorations and calls for a more just global governance system, while US-China policy shifts and trade discussions continued to be reported.
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Chinese state media renewed its focus on the 80th anniversary of the Anti-Japanese War, linking it to national rejuvenation and strength, with early reports from Guangming Daily and Global Times emphasizing Japanese atrocities and the September 18 Incident. Concurrently, discussions continued regarding Taiwan, with the South China Morning Post reporting statements from Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun on thwarting external military interference and calls for vigilance against "hegemonic" alliances. By late morning, state media expanded on the Anti-Japanese War commemorations, with CCTV, China Daily (Chinese), and Huanqiu highlighting President Xi Jinping's remarks on peace and development. Separately, the State Council released an "AI+" action plan, as reported by People's Daily (Chinese) and Caixin Global, signaling a push for AI development.
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Chinese state media started the day by prominently featuring President Xi Jinping's remarks on "human peace and development" and his congratulatory message to the China Zhi Gong Party on its centenary, emphasizing unity among overseas Chinese. Separately, a planned call between Trump and Xi regarding TikTok, trade, and security was noted. By midday, Chinese state media began prominently featuring phone talks between President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump. These discussions were framed as potentially paving the way for the Apec summit amidst ongoing tensions. State media also highlighted China's "high-quality development" and modernization efforts.
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Chinese state media started the day emphasizing President Xi Jinping's remarks on "win-win results" for China-U.S. ties, following the previous day's phone talks with US President Donald Trump. Discussions continued to focus on trade, the Russia-Ukraine war, and TikTok, with Trump also noting a planned APEC meeting in Korea and a future visit to China. State media continued to prominently feature Xi's governance philosophy, emphasizing global governance initiatives. Later in the day, the focus shifted to Xi's governance in Xinjiang, with multiple outlets highlighting his "Xinjiang sentiment" and the region's development. Concurrently, US-China relations remained a prominent topic, touching upon mutual success and U.S. tariff wars, while China's AI+ action plan was also noted.
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The day began with Chinese state media emphasizing President Xi Jinping's "Xinjiang sentiment" and the region's development, along with continued calls for global peace. Early reports also noted a phone call between President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump. Later in the morning, the focus shifted prominently to the transformation of traditional industries through green and intelligent upgrades, with multiple state-affiliated outlets highlighting high-quality manufacturing development and China's commitment to peaceful progress. Midday saw the publication and promotion of "Excerpts from Xi Jinping's Discourses on Civil Affairs Work" across state media. The day concluded with discussions on the China-ASEAN Expo's achievements in AI and evolving alliances in the US-China context.
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The day began with Chinese state media emphasizing President Xi Jinping's leadership and the historical achievements in Xinjiang, alongside discussions on China's path of peaceful development. As the morning progressed, state media heavily focused on President Xi Jinping's greetings ahead of the farmers' harvest festival, highlighting efforts to build livable and beautiful rural areas. Concurrently, Super Typhoon Ragasa emerged as a significant story, leading to warnings of flight suspensions and evacuations across Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Guangdong. By midday, reports continued to detail the severe disruptions caused by Typhoon Ragasa, including school and hospital service suspensions in Hong Kong. Later, Chinese state media continued to feature President Xi Jinping's speeches on "great rejuvenation" and "unbeatable" progress, while also showcasing military developments like the J-35 stealth jet launch from the Fujian aircraft carrier.
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Chinese state media began the day with extensive coverage of Xinjiang's development and ethnic unity under President Xi Jinping's leadership, linking it to the region's 70th anniversary. Concurrently, state outlets promoted the establishment of China's own international relations knowledge system, separate from Western influence.
The focus then shifted to agricultural development and food security, emphasizing President Xi Jinping's commitment to rural revitalization and self-sufficiency. Separately, official media highlighted Xinjiang's development and ethnic unity under Xi's leadership. Super Typhoon Ragasa continued to impact southern China.
Mid-morning saw President Xi Jinping's arrival in Xinjiang for the 70th-anniversary celebrations of the autonomous region, becoming the dominant editorial priority across state media, emphasizing ethnic unity and development. Meanwhile, Typhoon Ragasa prompted evacuations and flight suspensions in southern China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
The focus then shifted to agricultural development and food security, emphasizing President Xi Jinping's commitment to rural revitalization and self-sufficiency. Separately, official media highlighted Xinjiang's development and ethnic unity under Xi's leadership. Super Typhoon Ragasa continued to impact southern China.
Mid-morning saw President Xi Jinping's arrival in Xinjiang for the 70th-anniversary celebrations of the autonomous region, becoming the dominant editorial priority across state media, emphasizing ethnic unity and development. Meanwhile, Typhoon Ragasa prompted evacuations and flight suspensions in southern China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
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Chinese state media opened the day continuing extensive coverage of President Xi Jinping's visit to Xinjiang for the 70th anniversary, emphasizing efforts to build a "beautiful Xinjiang" and ethnic unity. Concurrently, Super Typhoon Ragasa remained a major concern, particularly in southern China and Hong Kong, with warnings of extreme weather and widespread disruption. By mid-morning, Chinese state media continued its extensive coverage of President Xi Jinping's visit to Xinjiang, highlighting a themed exhibition and his arrival in Urumqi. The typhoon remained a significant story, causing severe weather in Hong Kong, Guangdong, and Taiwan, with reports of damage and casualties. As the day concluded, Chinese state media continued to highlight Xi's directive for building a socialist modern Xinjiang and his attendance at celebratory events, while Typhoon Ragasa reports shifted to lowering storm signals and recovery efforts in Hong Kong and Guangdong.
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Chinese state media opened the day with extensive coverage of President Xi Jinping's video address to the UN Climate Change Summit, where he announced China's 2035 Nationally Determined Contributions, including specific emission reduction targets. Concurrently, state media began its comprehensive coverage of Xi's attendance at the 70th-anniversary celebrations of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a continuation of his visit from previous days.
The focus shifted to the celebrations in Xinjiang, with reports emphasizing Xi's presence and the grandeur of the event. By mid-morning, Chinese state media highlighted Xi's departure from Xinjiang for Beijing, marking the conclusion of his visit. State outlets continued to report on the significance of his visit and the policies for the region, while also reiterating the climate change commitments.
The focus shifted to the celebrations in Xinjiang, with reports emphasizing Xi's presence and the grandeur of the event. By mid-morning, Chinese state media highlighted Xi's departure from Xinjiang for Beijing, marking the conclusion of his visit. State outlets continued to report on the significance of his visit and the policies for the region, while also reiterating the climate change commitments.
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Chinese state media continued extensive coverage of President Xi Jinping's visit to Xinjiang, marking the 70th anniversary of the autonomous region. Early reports emphasized national unity and development, with a shift to his departure for Beijing by mid-morning. The focus remained on the significance of his visit and policies for the region, reinforcing themes from previous days. Concurrently, international economic narratives emerged, with the EU reportedly preparing anti-dumping probes against China and discussions around China's WTO 'developing country' status. Reports also noted President Xi congratulating Malawian President Mutharika, signaling a broader diplomatic reach beyond domestic issues.
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Chinese state media maintained its extensive focus on President Xi Jinping's visit to Xinjiang throughout the day, emphasizing themes of unity, development, and a modernized region. Early reports highlighted his commitment to the Chinese nation. By mid-morning, numerous state outlets reported on his attendance at celebration events, and by the afternoon, the focus remained on the profound considerations behind his Xinjiang visit and the region's modernization. This continuous coverage reflects the state media's sustained editorial priority on Xi's engagement with Xinjiang following the conclusion of his visit on previous days. Separately, international outlets noted Beijing's warnings to the new US Consul General in Hong Kong and the Hong Kong government's reversal on the waste charge scheme.
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Chinese state media shifted its focus from President Xi Jinping's Xinjiang visit to emphasize ideological strengthening within the Communist Party. Early reports highlighted a new vision of civilizations and the deepening unity in Xinjiang, a continuation of previous days' themes. Concurrently, state media extensively covered congratulatory messages between Xi and Cuban leader D
íaz-Canel on the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties. By mid-morning, the editorial priority moved to Xi's directives for Party schools, emphasizing their role in cultivating talent and offering policy advice for the CPC. This focus on internal party development and strategic diplomatic relations indicates a shift in state media's agenda for the day.
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Chinese state media opened the day continuing its extensive focus on President Xi Jinping's visit to Xinjiang, reinforcing themes of unity and development for the region's 70th anniversary. However, a significant editorial shift occurred with widespread reports on the upcoming Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, scheduled for October 20-23, to discuss the 15th Five-Year Plan. In the early afternoon, state media further amplified Xi's directive on advancing the sinicization of religions, emphasizing their alignment with socialist society. This highlights a clear progression from regional focus to national political and ideological directives throughout the day's coverage.
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Chinese state media opened the day continuing to focus on the upcoming Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, and President Xi Jinping's emphasis on religious sinicization, a carryover from previous days. However, the editorial focus rapidly shifted to the annual Martyrs' Day commemorations. Throughout the morning, state media extensively covered Xi Jinping's attendance at wreath-laying ceremonies, honoring national heroes. In the early afternoon, the narrative evolved to highlight preparations for the 76th anniversary of the PRC. State media prominently featured Xi Jinping delivering a speech at a celebratory reception, urging national unity and advancement of Chinese modernization. International outlets provided counter-narratives, including reports on China's contracting factory activity and concerns over Taiwan's 'silicon shield'.