Xi Jinping’s talk of ‘rainbows’ belies simmering public anger over China’s economy

Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed the new year with an upbeat speech to the nation complete with rainbows, claims of economic recovery and concern for the struggles of ordinary Chinese that commentators said belied simmering public anger over his handling of the economy. “Together, we have experienced winds and rains and seen rainbows,” Xi told the nation in a speech marking the start to 2025