Xi hails China's 'correct' rule of Xinjiang in face of global criticism

Chinese leader's visit marks 70 years of region's autonomous status

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets military representatives stationed in Urumqi, during a visit to northwestern China's Xinjiang on Sept. 23. (Xinhua via AP)

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September 25, 2025 14:18 JST

Updated on September 25, 2025 17:12 JST

TOKYO -- Chinese President Xi Jinping urged officials to fully implement party control while maintaining social stability in Xinjiang, during a rare visit to the Uyghur-majority region to mark the 70th anniversary of its autonomous status this week.