Hu Jintao

Conflict & Justice

How China squeezes its Uighur minority — and how they're fighting back

August 25, 2014

China says it's trying to modernize Xinjiang, the region in far western China that's home to the Muslim Uighur minority. It also claims Uighurs may be training with ISIS militants in the Middle East, but locals say its all part of a fear campaign to stamp out their culture and religion.

Development & Education

China ups presence in Afghanistan as U.S. withdraws

June 10, 2013

As the United States begins to withdraw from Afghanistan after more than a decade of military involvement, China is beginning to increase its presence, both diplomatically and financially.

Outgoing Chinese leader admits failings of his term, encourages new leaders

PRI's The World

March 06, 2013

China's about to complete its once-a-decade leadership transition, with Xi Jinping taking over for Wen Jiabao. As Wen prepares to leave office, he was surprisingly frank about his administration's failings -- and offered concrete advice to his successor.

China's Outgoing Leader Admits Shortcomings in Final Public Address

PRI's The World

March 05, 2013

China's outgoing premier Wen Jiabao gave his final public address Tuesday. And along with his government's achievements over the past 10 years, he also laid out its shortcomings.

Conflict & Justice

Blogger Wu Heng, A Champion of Food Safety in China

PRI's The World

November 13, 2012

As people in China become increasingly concerned about the safety of the food they eat, more and more of them are demanding that their government take action. One of the most prominent voices on that front is a young food safety blogger.

China Struggles to End Hostilities along Oil-Rich Sudan Border

PRI's The World

April 25, 2012

China is attempting a delicate balancing act - trying to mediate the explosive dispute between Sudan and the newly independent nation of South Sudan. As The World's Mary Kay Magistad explains to host Marco Werman.

Obama Appeal to China to Restrain North Korea

PRI's The World

March 26, 2012

President Obama appealed to China to help restrain North Korea. North Korea is planning a satellite launch next month, but the US and its allies fear it will be a cover for a long-range missile test.

Science, Tech & Environment

Canadian Aboriginal Groups Oppose Pipeline

PRI's The World

February 09, 2012

This week, aboriginal groups from British Columbia sent an open letter to Chinese President Hu Jintao asking China to raise the native community's concerns about the pipeline with President Harper.

Arts, Culture & Media

China looking to export its culture the same way it does gadgets and gizmos

February 06, 2012

China is known around the world as the place that makes the televisions, iPhones and iPads that are in hot demand. Their culture doesn't share the same way, though. But could it?

Germany's Merkel in China

PRI's The World

February 02, 2012

German chancellor Angela Merkel is in Beijing for a two-day visit expected to focus on the eurzone crisis, Iran and Syria. Accompanied by a 20 strong trade delegation, she is scheduled to meet President Hu Jintao and Premier Wen Jiabao.

Business, Economics and Jobs

Joe Biden Assures China on US Finances

PRI's The World

August 19, 2011

While Joe Biden goes on a charm offensive with his Chinese hosts, a "friendly" match between Chinese and US basketball teams turns decidedly unfriendly.

China Marks the Passing of Kim Jong Il

PRI's The World

December 20, 2011

How Chinese authorities are handling the news of the death of North Korea's Kim Jong Il.

Germany's Merkel in China

PRI's The World

February 02, 2012

German chancellor Angela Merkel is in Beijing for a two-day visit expected to focus on the eurzone crisis, Iran and Syria. Accompanied by a 20 strong trade delegation, she is scheduled to meet President Hu Jintao and Premier Wen Jiabao.

Obama Appeal to China to Restrain North Korea

PRI's The World

March 26, 2012

President Obama appealed to China to help restrain North Korea. North Korea is planning a satellite launch next month, but the US and its allies fear it will be a cover for a long-range missile test.

China Struggles to End Hostilities along Oil-Rich Sudan Border

PRI's The World

April 25, 2012

China is attempting a delicate balancing act - trying to mediate the explosive dispute between Sudan and the newly independent nation of South Sudan. As The World's Mary Kay Magistad explains to host Marco Werman.

Conflict & Justice

Blogger Wu Heng, A Champion of Food Safety in China

PRI's The World

November 13, 2012

As people in China become increasingly concerned about the safety of the food they eat, more and more of them are demanding that their government take action. One of the most prominent voices on that front is a young food safety blogger.

Science, Tech & Environment

Canadian Aboriginal Groups Oppose Pipeline

PRI's The World

February 09, 2012

This week, aboriginal groups from British Columbia sent an open letter to Chinese President Hu Jintao asking China to raise the native community's concerns about the pipeline with President Harper.

China's Outgoing Leader Admits Shortcomings in Final Public Address

PRI's The World

March 05, 2013

China's outgoing premier Wen Jiabao gave his final public address Tuesday. And along with his government's achievements over the past 10 years, he also laid out its shortcomings.

China looks to invest in Africa

PRI's The World

February 20, 2009

China's president Hu Jintao visits Africa, signaling his country's interest in doing major business on the continent.

Business, Economics and Jobs

The US-China economy

PRI's The World

November 13, 2009

Exploring how America and China became one economy and why the world's prosperity depends on it.

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