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While at the festive market, Xi picked up a 45 yuan (4.79) bundle of delicacies from Daoxiangcun, a historic bakery known for its traditional snacks. According to the shopkeeper interviewed by Chinese media, Xi plumped for three items: honey-glazed dough twists, cream-filled dough twists and jujube flower pastries, a flakey, flower-shaped cookie with a filling made from red dates. Dough twists are made from fried pastry and are a popular local snack in Beijing.

China's leader, Xi Jinping, will attend the parade alongside 26 visiting heads of state. Among the notable guests: Russia's president Vladimir Putin, and North Korea's leader, Kim Jong-un. Seating arrangements will be closely watched a photo-op of Xi, Putin and Kim side by side would be a powerful image. Other attendees include Belarus president Aleksandr Lukashenko, Iran's president Masoud Pezashkian and South Korea's National Assembly speaker Woo Won-shik.

China's President Xi Jinping expressed support for a long-term solution to the Ukraine conflict during a call with Russia's Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the need for peace talks.

In her book, Feng illustrates the complexities of identity in Xi's China, revealing how state narratives suppress individuality and foster a monolithic national identity.

Authorities arrested Cui Guanghai and John Miller for allegedly hiring individuals to harass a Los Angeles resident critical of Chinese President Xi Jinping.