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Former Chinese president Hu Jintao is unexpectedly led out of Saturday's closing ceremony of the Communist Party Congress. A staff member supports Hu by the arm as he stands up. He also speaks to President Xi Jinping for a moment and pats Primier Li Keqiang on the shoulder before being led out. IMAGES
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at the Great Hall of the People as a major party gathering opens on Sunday. Xi hailed the Communist Party's rule and defended its Covid policies as he opened a five-yearly Congress at which thousands of hand-picked delegates are set to rubber stamp his bid to rule for a historic third term. IMAGES
Chinese President Xi Jinping is welcomed to Belgrade by his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar Vucic, with the two due to hold talks. Xi arrived in the Serbian capital yesterday evening following a state visit to France, part of a European tour aimed at deepening Beijing's political and economic ties with friendlier countries in the continent. IMAGES
Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan are welcomed to the Elysee Palace by Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron, as the Chinese president begins a two-day state visit to France. IMAGES
French President Emmanuel Macron greets Xi Jinping at the Elysee presidential palace for a state visit, seeking to persuade the Chinese leader to shift positions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine and also imbalances in global trade. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.