But it's for sure this is not going to make Beijing make any meaningful concessions under pressure.

There is a bit of speculation that Mr Jiang has been pushed aside, as there are certain subtle pressures suggesting that he should step down.

Both sides have to be careful, they have to be responsive to the rising nationalist sentiments in their respective countries, so there is very limited room for maneuver,

The Chinese leadership has been more severe in the censorship of the media, its crackdown on underground churches, dissidents and the Internet.

An improvement in his image in the eyes of the Chinese people will strengthen his hand and show that he is in control, that he is no longer restrained by Jiang Zemin.

He is there to promote common interests between the two countries and to try to reduce the 'China threat' image. This is a very serious challenge.