Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China

The People’s Republic of China is the one of the most powerful nations in the world today. Its leader, Xi Jinping, survived a difficult childhood. As a young boy, he was forced from his home when his father was removed from his role in the Chinese government. Many years later, Xi was welcomed back into the Chinese Communist Party, where he began to rise through its ranks of power. Today, Xi leads this nation known for its high population, censorship, and communism. Part of the World Leaders series, Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China tells the story of the man who became the most powerful person in this Asian nation in 2013 and may remain its leader for the rest of his life.