Chinese state media opened the day continuing its extensive coverage of President Xi Jinping's return to Beijing following the APEC meeting and state visit to South Korea. Reports consistently highlighted China's role in Asia-Pacific prosperity and peace, building on previous days' themes of regional cooperation. In the early afternoon, state media continued to emphasize Xi's leadership at APEC and his congratulatory message to the Egyptian president on the Grand Egyptian Museum's opening. Discussions also emerged regarding the revival of China-US military channels, reflecting an evolving diplomatic landscape. The day's coverage largely reaffirmed China's assertive presence on the global stage, echoing sentiments from earlier reports about the APEC meeting and bilateral engagements.