"It is extremely rare for a single company to receive such intense attention," stated Chinese state media on May 19, highlighting Xiaomi's technological innovation, international openness, and entrepreneurial spirit.
The New Tanqin account, part of the state-run Xinhua News Agency, noted that this year, several foreign leaders, including Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khalid bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Singapore's Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and Taiwan's Kuomintang Chairman Eric Chu, have visited Xiaomi's factories in Beijing.
Notably, during the state dinner held on May 13-15, which coincided with President Trump's visit to China, Lei Jun attended and interacted with prominent figures from the U.S. political and business sectors. On May 18, Chinese Premier Li Qiang also visited Xiaomi's factory, emphasizing the importance of technological innovation. He mentioned the need to foster future industries through the integration of artificial intelligence and manufacturing, interpreting this as a recognition of Xiaomi as a leading example of China's technological innovation.
The New Tanqin account remarked, "Focusing on Xiaomi is essentially focusing on China's technological innovation," asserting that Xiaomi is no longer just a mobile phone manufacturer but a technology company rapidly joining the ranks of China's key tech firms, developing chips, operating systems, AI large language models, smart manufacturing, smart vehicles, and smart device ecosystems.
The report highlighted that the state dinner included leaders from companies such as Fuyao Glass, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, China National Chemical Corporation, Air China, and Xiaomi, representing key industries like finance, manufacturing, aviation, and technology, showcasing China's capabilities in global cooperation and competition.
The media emphasized that the invitation of business leaders to the state dinner symbolically demonstrates China's continued emphasis on openness and cooperation, positioning Xiaomi as a representative case of Chinese tech companies expanding globally.
It further noted that the visits by high-ranking foreign officials and Xiaomi's invitations to major diplomatic events reflect the company's technological prowess, global market influence, and mature internationalization capabilities.
The New Tanqin also stated, "Whether Xiaomi can become a century-old enterprise depends on the accumulation of technological innovation, development strategies, and the perseverance and challenges faced by its entrepreneurs," indicating that the interest of domestic and foreign dignitaries in studying Xiaomi underscores recognition and encouragement for the company's entrepreneurial spirit focused on research and development.
Particularly regarding Lei Jun, the report praised his diligence, self-discipline, and long-term vision, noting that despite already achieving business success, he continues to challenge himself in new industrial areas such as software, smartphones, electric vehicles, and semiconductors.
The New Tanqin concluded, "The world is witnessing a more confident China and a societal atmosphere that values innovation. Pursuing both self-reliance and openness, like Xiaomi, is a common challenge faced by today's Chinese tech companies."
Given the nature of state media in reflecting government positions, this report suggests that the Chinese government views Xiaomi as a 'national representative technology company' with technological innovation and global competitiveness.
This is not the first time Chinese state media has praised Xiaomi. The People's Daily, the official newspaper of the Chinese Communist Party, described it in a front-page article last December as a representative case showcasing the achievements of China's manufacturing upgrade. Earlier this year, China Central Television also referred to Xiaomi as "a microcosm of China's smart manufacturing," emphasizing its alignment with the government's core industrial strategies in AI, semiconductors, and smart manufacturing.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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