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Xi Jinping Likely to Skip ASEAN Summit in Manila, Li Qiang to Attend

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to skip the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila, with Premier Li Qiang likely representing Beijing, per The Manila Times report.

Meera P

Original contributor via Newkerala.com

| November 5, 2026 | 1 min read | Updated Nov 6, 2:00 AM

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to skip the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila, with Premier Li Qiang likely representing Beijing, per The Manila Times report.

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