Xi Jinping Calls for Global Resistance to American-Led World Order #

Chinese Leader Invokes Revolutionary Spirit at BRICS Summit #

President Xi Jinping of China issued a call for global resistance to the American-led world order during a summit of BRICS nations in Kazan, Russia. Xi told leaders from various countries that the world had entered a pivotal new era defined by turbulence and transformation.

Xi questioned whether the world should remain turbulent or be pushed back onto the path of peaceful development. He invoked an 1863 Russian novel that glorified revolutionary struggle as a spiritual guide for the task ahead.

The Chinese leader has frequently drawn on Russia’s historical and literary tradition to convey his intent to undermine Western ideas and institutions. By urging a spirit of revolutionary sacrifice within the expanding BRICS group, Xi signaled an intent to rally the developing world against American power.

The novel Xi cited, “What Is to Be Done? Tales of New People,” was written by Nikolai Chernyshevsky while imprisoned. Its protagonist, Rakhmetov, is portrayed as the ultimate revolutionary who renounces comfort and focuses purely on achieving his aims.

Xi has said he emulated Rakhmetov’s example in his youth, removing his mattress, taking cold showers, and exercising outside in harsh weather. At the BRICS summit, Xi told other leaders that Rakhmetov’s unwavering determination and ardent struggle encapsulate the spiritual power needed today.

China has been steadily raising pressure to undermine U.S. power. Xi declared a “no limits” partnership with Russia and aligned with President Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine war. He has also been advocating a “Global Security Initiative” that seems to provide cover for challenging U.S. strategic interests.

The Chinese leader is working to expand the coalition of nations under this banner. BRICS welcomed new members such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates, with other applicants and observers including Cuba, Venezuela, and the Palestine Liberation Organization.

Xi has entrenched China’s partnership with Russia, strengthened support for Iran, and refrained from criticizing North Korea. He has also worked to repair ties with countries like India, Vietnam, and Brazil while strengthening relationships across the developing world.

At an Asia-Pacific summit, Xi listed a series of “red lines” that cannot be challenged, including staying out of Beijing’s territorial disputes in the South China Sea and insisting that Washington “support” China’s goal of unification with Taiwan.

Putin remains an essential partner to Xi. The two leaders met at the Kazan Kremlin, with Russian state media reporting that Putin planned to give Xi an old copy of Chernyshevsky’s book for his birthday.

Xi appears to be assuming the mantle of Rakhmetov - the “extraordinary man” and agent of history - believing his iron will and visionary leadership will deliver the world from American turbulence.