Birth of Xi Jinping
Xi Jinping was born on June 15, 1953, in Beijing, China, into a prominent political family. His father, Xi Zhongxun, was a revolutionary leader and vice-premier.
1953
1969
Sent to the Countryside
During the Cultural Revolution, Xi Jinping was sent to work in Liangjiahe, a small village in Shaanxi province, as part of the Down to the Countryside Movement.
1974
Joined the Communist Party of China
Xi Jinping officially joined the Communist Party of China (CPC) in 1974, beginning his political career.
1979
Graduation and Early Career
Xi Jinping graduated from Tsinghua University with a degree in Chemical Engineering and started working as a secretary for Geng Biao, then vice-premier and secretary-general of the Central Military Commission.
1982
First Major Political Appointment
Xi Jinping was appointed as the deputy party secretary of Zhengding County in Hebei province.
1985
Visit to the United States
Xi Jinping visited the United States as part of an agricultural delegation, spending time in Muscatine, Iowa.
1988
Promotion to Party Secretary of Ningde
Xi Jinping was promoted to the position of party secretary of Ningde in Fujian province.
1999
Vice Governor of Fujian
Xi Jinping was appointed as the vice governor of Fujian province, where he focused on economic development and anti-corruption efforts.
2002
Party Secretary of Zhejiang
Xi Jinping was promoted to the position of party secretary of Zhejiang province, where he continued his focus on economic reforms and development.
2007
Party Secretary of Shanghai
Xi Jinping briefly served as the party secretary of Shanghai, one of China's most important economic hubs.
2007
Elevation to the Politburo Standing Committee
Xi Jinping was elevated to the Politburo Standing Committee, the top decision-making body in China.
2010
Vice President of China
Xi Jinping was appointed as the vice president of the People's Republic of China, positioning him as the heir apparent to then-President Hu Jintao.
2012
General Secretary of the Communist Party
Xi Jinping was appointed as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, the most powerful position in the Chinese political system.
2013
President of China
Xi Jinping was elected as the President of the People's Republic of China, further solidifying his leadership role.
2018
Abolishment of Presidential Term Limits
The National People's Congress approved a constitutional amendment to abolish presidential term limits, allowing Xi Jinping to potentially remain in power indefinitely.
2022
Third Term as General Secretary
Xi Jinping secured an unprecedented third term as General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, further consolidating his power.
2023
Continued Leadership
Xi Jinping continued to lead China, focusing on economic stability, technological advancement, and a more assertive foreign policy.
