China’s Xi convenes ‘Axis of Upheaval’ in Beijing, sidelining Trump
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Chinese President Xi Jinping convened a landmark summit in Beijing on Tuesday, hosting Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in what analysts have dubbed an emerging “Axis of Upheaval.” This marks their first joint appearance, signaling a growing alignment among authoritarian states challenging the U.S.-led global order.
The gathering coincides with China’s grand military parade scheduled for September 3, commemorating the 80th anniversary of World War II’s end and showcasing military technologies like hypersonic missiles and advanced drones. Over 20 heads of state—including Iran’s leader—are expected to attend, reinforcing the summit’s strategic gravity.
Unlike the increasingly isolated stance of U.S. President Donald Trump, Xi is leveraging the event to demonstrate his influence in forging a multipolar world where non-Western alliances play a defining roler. Agreements on expanded energy cooperation between Russia and China were announced, and analysts suggest close military coordination between the trio may follow.
This summit, amplified by the presence of leaders from geopolitically significant nations like India and Iran, signals a shift in global power dynamics, reflecting China’s ambition to lead an alternate vision of international order amid escalating Western withdrawal.
