--- title: "Xi Jinping calls for confidence to achieve national rejuvenation" publication: "MediaBias News" url: "https://mediabias.news/politics/xi-jinping-calls-for-confidence-to-achieve-national-rejuvenation" api: "https://mediabias.news/api/v1/stories/xi-jinping-calls-for-confidence-to-achieve-national-rejuvenation" markdown: "https://mediabias.news/politics/xi-jinping-calls-for-confidence-to-achieve-national-rejuvenation.md" audio: "https://mediabias.news/api/audio/xi-jinping-calls-for-confidence-to-achieve-national-rejuvenation" category: "Politics" area: "China" published: "2026-09-30T18:05:13.109Z" source_reported: "2026-09-30T17:25:56.572Z" updated: "2026-09-30T18:05:13.109Z" trust_score: 50 critic_score: 60 hype_score: 20 assessment_type: "coverage-and-source-reporting-analysis" fact_check_status: "not-performed" coverage_measured: "2026-09-30T17:48:22.280Z" --- # Xi Jinping calls for confidence to achieve national rejuvenation *Chinese president spoke at a reception marking the 77th anniversary of the People's Republic of China.* **Scores for the source reporting** (0-100, assessing the original journalism this article was written from, not this write-up): - Trust 50 of 100, higher is better. Central claim attributed to Xi Jinping; two outlets provided full reports. - Craft 60 of 100, higher is better. Reports include quotes from Xi and mention of other officials attending. - Hype 20 of 100, lower is better. Headlines and digests use measured language, focusing on Xi's call for confidence. Scored by MediaBias News; method at https://mediabias.news/methodology. **The short version** - Chinese President Xi Jinping called for firm confidence and solid steps to achieve national rejuvenation at a reception celebrating the 77th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. - Xi stated that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable and that success belongs to the CPC, the Chinese people, and the People's Republic of China. - The Chinese economy has continued to progress despite mounting pressure, demonstrating strong resilience and vitality, Xi said. - Xi stressed commitment to 'One Country, Two Systems' for Hong Kong and Macao and called for efforts to advance national reunification with Taiwan. Chinese President Xi Jinping marked the 77th anniversary of the People's Republic of China by calling for confidence and decisive action towards national rejuvenation. Speaking at a reception in Beijing, Xi stated that the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable and that success will belong to the Communist Party of China (CPC), the Chinese people, and the People's Republic of China. Xi highlighted the nation's economic performance, stating that despite mounting pressure, the Chinese economy has continued to progress, demonstrating strong resilience and vitality. He called for efforts to sustain economic momentum, promote innovation-driven, high-quality development, and safeguard livelihoods. He also reiterated the commitment to the 'One Country, Two Systems' policy for Hong Kong and Macao, and called for efforts to advance national reunification with Taiwan. ## Coverage ## Omissions None of the left-rated digests mention the specific GDP growth figures for China in the second quarter that were included in the India Today report. The centre-rated digest did not include details on economic figures or specific policy points regarding Hong Kong, Macao, or Taiwan. ## Who covered it Shares of the 7 covering outlets with a published leaning rating: - Left: 71% (5) - Centre: 15% (1) - Right: 14% (1) 2 of 9 covering outlets carried no usable leaning rating and were excluded from those percentages. Coverage measured 2026-09-30T17:48:22.280Z. **Coverage watch:** developing. Checked 9 times; 0 checks found a material change. Most recently checked 2026-09-30T20:15:26.910Z. ## How the sides framed it ### Left - The left-rated reports led on Xi Jinping's call for firm confidence and solid steps towards national rejuvenation. CGTN and rthk.hk reported Xi's statement that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable. These reports also mentioned Xi's assertion that over the past 77 years, the Party has led the Chinese people in achieving rapid economic growth and enduring social stability. The New Indian Express digest also noted Xi projecting confidence in the economy despite pressures. Xinhua's digest also carried the headline about Xi's call for confidence and solid steps. ### Centre - The centre-rated report from South China Morning Post led on Xi Jinping projecting confidence and issuing a rallying call for economic growth. The digest stated Xi's address was his first to the nation following his return from a trip. ### Right - The right-rated report from India Today led on Xi Jinping stating that China's economy shows resilience amid pressure and urging a push for targets. The report noted Xi's remarks aim to reinforce confidence amid slowing growth while restating Beijing's priorities on Taiwan, Hong Kong and foreign policy. It quoted Xi saying the economy had forged ahead under pressure, shifting towards new growth drivers and higher-quality development. **Provisional coverage gap:** right. The watch is not closed, so this is not yet a settled blindspot finding. ## Factuality profile of the covering outlets These are published factuality ratings of the outlets, not a verdict on whether this story or its claims are true. - mixed: 4 - high: 2 - unknown: 2 - veryHigh: 1 ## Verification scope This page compares coverage and scores the source reporting. It is not a ClaimReview verdict on whether the underlying event or claim is true. ## Original reporting this was written from - [CGTN](https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-09-30/Xi-calls-for-firm-confidence-solid-steps-for-national-rejuvenation-1QRBBLVfyMw/p.html) — Xi calls for firm confidence, solid steps for China's national rejuvenation - [The New Indian Express](https://newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Sep/30/ahead-of-chinas-77th-anniversary-xi-jinping-projects-confidence-in-economy-despite-pressures) — Ahead of China's 77th anniversary, Xi Jinping projects confidence in economy despite pressures - [India Today](https://indiatoday.in/world/story/china-economy-resilience-xi-jinping-annual-targets-national-day-speech-ptag-3006939-2026-09-30) — Xi says China economy shows resilience amid pressure, urges push for targets - [italpress.com](https://italpress.com/cina-xi-chiede-ferma-fiducia-e-passi-decisi-per-conseguire-ringiovanimento-nazionale) — China: Xi Calls for Firm Confidence and Decisive Steps to Achieve National Rejuvenation Italpress Press Agency - [Ecns](http://ecns.cn/china/2026-09-30/detail-ihfkteqw7939121.shtml) — Xi calls for firm confidence, solid steps for China's national rejuvenation - [rthk.hk](https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1872196-20260930.htm) — Xi calls for firm confidence in national rejuvenation - [South China Morning Post](https://scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3369370/xi-projects-confidence-national-day-speech-rallying-call-economic-growth) — Xi projects confidence in National Day speech, with rallying call for economic growth - [China Daily](https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202610/01/WS6abd39a7e4b06d4aa056113b.html) — Forging ahead with firm confidence: China Daily editorial - [Xinhua](https://english.news.cn/20260930/2442ea2e7c714a3e858068968425004d/c.html) — Xinhua Headlines: Xi calls for firm confidence, solid steps for China's national rejuvenation ## Questions **What was the occasion for Xi Jinping's speech?** President Xi Jinping spoke at a reception in Beijing to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The anniversary falls on October 1. **What did Xi Jinping say about China's economy?** Xi Jinping stated that the Chinese economy has continued to progress despite mounting pressure, demonstrating strong resilience and vitality. He called for efforts to sustain economic momentum and promote innovation-driven, high-quality development. **What were Xi Jinping's remarks on Hong Kong and Macao?** Xi Jinping stressed a commitment to the 'One Country, Two Systems' policy for Hong Kong and Macao. He stated that the central government will support these regions in integrating more fully into the country's overall development and remains committed to their long-term prosperity and stability. --- MediaBias News — https://mediabias.news. Reproduced from https://mediabias.news/politics/xi-jinping-calls-for-confidence-to-achieve-national-rejuvenation. 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