Beijing Marks Its Territory: Xi Warns Against Meddling in Central Asia

Beijing Marks Its Territory: Xi Warns Against Meddling in Central Asia
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym Jomart Tokayev review the Guard of Honour of the People's Liberation Army during the welcoming ceremony at the beginning of the meeting in Beijing on Sept. 11, 2019. Andrea Verdelli/Getty Images
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Beijing is taking steps to solidify its sphere of influence, including from close ally Russia, with Chinese leader Xi Jinping delivering a strong message during an official visit to Kazakhstan.

Xi told officials that China was keen to nurture relations with Kazakhstan and opposed any interference in the Central Asian country.

Victoria Kelly-Clark
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Victoria Kelly-Clark is an Australian based reporter who focuses on national politics and the geopolitical environment in the Asia-pacific region, the Middle East and Central Asia.
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