Xi Jinping stands on a bamboo raft in traditional attire while gripping a long pole. Several cormorants perch on the pole or swim nearby with Taiwan labels visible on two birds. One bird holds a fish in its beak near the water surface.

The scene places the leader in a cormorant fishing setup common to parts of Asia. Mountains form the distant backdrop across the water. A basket of fish rests at the front of the raft.

The arrangement positions the birds as extensions of control directed at the Taiwan element. This setup aligns with discussions of Chinese policy toward the island during December 2025.