Recent public appearances by Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan, including joint state visits to the United States in September 2026 where they were frequently seen together at diplomatic events, reinforce the stability of their long-standing marriage and contribute to trader consensus against divorce before 2027. Chinese leadership norms tightly control personal matters, with no verifiable reports of separation or strain emerging from official channels or credible reporting. Peng continues to fulfill first lady duties, such as UNESCO-related advocacy in October 2026, underscoring continuity. While private health developments or internal power dynamics could theoretically prompt change, the barriers of state media oversight, political risk, and precedent make public confirmation of divorce highly improbable within the timeframe.