Discussion between Putin and Xi on immortality or everlasting life
Xi Jinping, the Chinese state and party leader, and Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, have discussed the possibility of extending human lifespan during Putin's recent four-day visit to China.
The conversation between the two leaders took place casually and was captured by Chinese state television before a military parade. Xi Jinping expressed optimism that the chance to extend lifespan to 150 years could be within reach in the near future.
Vladimir Putin, who has been in power for a quarter of a century, shared his thoughts on the matter. He mentioned that advancements in biotechnology allow for constant human organ transplantation, potentially leading to immortality. However, Putin expressed that extending lifespan might not be an option for the general public.
Putin also warned about the potential consequences if the number of elderly ever exceeds that of the young. He did not indicate a specific age limit for extending human lifespan.
The conversation was not limited to Xi Jinping and Putin. The topic of the feasibility of extending human lifespan has been a subject of discussion among various global leaders.
Xi Jinping, who has been in power since 2013, also shared his views. He stated that people used to be considered old at 70, but now are almost seen as children.
Both leaders have changed their countries' constitutions to allow longer reigns. Putin's press conference, which followed his casual conversation with Xi Jinping, discussed the topic of extending human lifespan in more detail. The press conference provided additional insights into Putin's views on the subject.
The topic of the consequences of an aging population was also raised in Putin's press conference. Putin warned about the potential challenges that an aging population could bring.
Despite the optimistic views of Xi Jinping and the technological advancements mentioned by Putin, no publicly confirmed specific institution or exact position where a research funding initiative supported by the two leaders focused on extending human life through biotechnology is formally conducted.
The discussion between Xi Jinping and Putin on extending human lifespan adds to the ongoing global debate about the potential and ethical implications of biotechnology in extending human lifespan. As research continues, the possibility of reaching the elusive goal of immortality remains a captivating topic for scientists, policymakers, and the general public alike.
