Xi to meet Finnish PM in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing on Tuesday.

Orpo arrived in Beijing on Sunday for an official visit to China through Wednesday.

Seven J-10 fighter jets from the Bayi Aerobatic Team of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force arrived at Singapore's Changi Airport on Tuesday ahead of the 10th Singapore Airshow, scheduled for Feb. 3-8.

PLA Air Force spokesperson Xie Peng said this is the aerobatic team's 13th overseas flight demonstration, marking its return to the Singapore Airshow since the seventh edition in February 2020. The aircraft were accompanied by a YY-20A tanker plane, which allowed the aircraft to be refuelled in flight on the way to Singapore.

"The flight went smoothly and progressed in an orderly manner as planned. Next, we will carry out specific preparations on the aircraft and conduct adaptive training to ensure we are fully ready for the official aerobatic performance," said Li Bin, a member of the aerobatic team.

The team is scheduled to conduct multiple flight displays alongside aircraft from other participating countries. The take-off and landing airport and the display airspace are in different locations, with performances to be conducted over the sea.

"After six years, we have once again crossed mountains and seas to meet in Singapore. This is not only a reunion in the sky, but also a journey of friendship. Through our excellent aerobatic displays, we will extend the sincere greetings from Chinese people to audiences in Singapore and around the world, showcasing China's spirit and strength over the blue sky," said Li.