A hot mic caught a strange conversation in Beijing. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed living forever. The two leaders spoke during a massive military parade on Wednesday. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was also present.
The Hot Mic Exchange
The leaders attended an event marking the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end. A livestream caught their private discussion. Xi’s translator told Putin that 70 is now considered a young age. Putin’s translator responded about future medical advances. He mentioned continuous organ transplants and achieving immortality. Xi then added that some predict humans could live to 150 years old.
Context of the Conversation
The exchange is significant because of the leaders’ ages and power. Both Putin and Xi are 72 years old. Both men have altered their nations’ laws to stay in office longer. Xi removed China’s presidential two-term limit. A 2020 referendum allows Putin to potentially rule until 2036. Putin has shown a public interest in longevity research.
Putin Confirms Discussion
Organ transplants are a very sensitive subject in China. Rights groups have accused the government of harvesting organs from prisoners. Later, Putin confirmed the conversation happened when asked by reporters. He said modern medicine allows humanity to hope for a longer life. He noted this would have major social and economic consequences.
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