Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued new instructions on work related to overseas Chinese affairs, according to a report by 紫荆网 (Bauhinia Magazine) on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The directive was published without a full text, but multiple state-aligned outlets covered the announcement.
The instructions emphasize the role of the Chinese diaspora in the nation’s development goals. 紫荆网 reported that Xi’s remarks call for uniting the efforts and resources of overseas Chinese to contribute to the “Chinese Dream” of national rejuvenation. Other outlets, including 新浪财经 and 中国青年网, echoed the message, stating that Xi’s guidance aims to strengthen the bond between the diaspora and the mainland.
The directive is part of a broader push to mobilize overseas Chinese communities in support of the Communist Party’s modernization agenda. 人民日报, the official party newspaper, published an editorial on the same day titled “凝聚侨心侨力 共襄复兴伟业,” which translates to “Gathering the hearts and strength of overseas Chinese to jointly achieve the great cause of rejuvenation.” This suggests the instructions are intended to reinforce existing policy priorities rather than introduce new measures.
Observers will watch for concrete follow-up actions from the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office, which typically coordinates diaspora outreach. No specific policy changes or new programs were announced in the reports.
