Geopolitical events
On October 23, 2026, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that German President Frank--Walter Steinmeier will conduct an official state visit to China from October 27 to October 31, 2026, at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. Marking Steinmeier's first visit to the country in nearly eight years, the diplomatic summit will include bilateral meetings with President Xi and Premier Li Qiang to review bilateral ties, trade relations, and key global security issues.