Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Kazakhstan for the second China–Central Asia Summit, aimed at strengthening China’s strategic and economic ties with five Central Asian nations. The summit, held in Astana, highlights China’s growing regional influence amid global tensions and competition with the US and Russia. Xi will meet regional leaders, deliver a keynote speech, and outline future cooperation. China presents itself as a stable partner compared to US trade tariffs on the region. The summit also reflects Central Asia’s desire for diversified diplomatic ties and development partnerships, as China pushes forward its high-priority regional strategy.