Xi Jinping’s Rare Show of Fury – +Justin Trudeau’s “What The Hell?”
In a surprising twist that even the diplomatic world hadn’t seen in years, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had a live‑action drama at the G20 summit on Indonesia’s Bali.
What Happened? A Quick Recap
- Xi and Trudeau were seen in a video standing shoulders‑to‑shoulders, talking with a translator.
- Xi calmly (and a little mischievously) said in Mandarin: “That is not appropriate, and we didn’t do it that way.”
- He promised a future where sincerity yields mutual respect, or otherwise the results will be “hard to tell.”
- In the same clip, the translator chimes: “Everything we discussed was leaked to the papers – that’s not appropriate.”
The moment was a first for Xi, who usually keeps his public appearance polished and away from the spotlight.
Trudeau’s Response – “Let’s Keep Talking”
Unfazed, Trudeau replied:
“In Canada we believe in free, open, and frank dialogue. That’s what we’ll keep doing, looking for constructive cooperation, even if we disagree.”
But just as he was finishing up, Xi interrupted with a quick, almost theatrical line: “Create the conditions, create the conditions, OK?” He smiled, shook Trudeau’s hand, and then walked away—smooth, like a bad haircut that still suits you.
Why the Heat? A History of Tension
Since the 2018 arrest of Huawei’s Meng Wanzhou, Canada and China have danced a tense waltz:
- Two Canadians were arrested in China for spying, but were later released.
- Now, a Hydro‑Quebec engineer is charged with trying to steal battery‑material secrets for Chinese firms.
- Canada has ordered three Chinese companies to sell off their critical mineral holdings, claiming national security.
Official Stance – More Silence Than Sight
- Neither the Chinese foreign ministry nor state media posted any interviews from the Xi‑Trudeau talks.
- The Chinese side documented nine formal bilaterals with other heads of state—Xi’s point of contact burst was just 10 minutes of informal chatter.
- Canada, meanwhile, kept the conversation under wraps, but Trudeau did confirm the main points in a press conference after the summit.
In the end, the G20 summit has provided a new chapter in the saga—
- Xi delivering a quick, almost punch‑line style reprimand.
- Trudeau’s diplomatic handshake, followed by a “let’s keep talking” vow.
- And a reminder that the world of international politics is no longer just about diplomacy; it’s a spotlight show with drama, intrigue, and occasional humor.
That’s all for now. Stay tuned for the next episode of “Diplomacy: The Real Drama Series.”
