Chinese leader Xi Jinping raises concerns about repeated deadly workplace accidents following a fire at a shoe factory that kills 28 people, according to multiple reports. Bloomberg, Mint and Free Malaysia Today all say Xi expresses worry that such incidents continue to occur and calls for stronger attention to work safety. The reports attribute Xi’s remarks to his response to the blaze, describing the incident as one of the deadliest workplace fires in recent years. While the outlets focus on Xi’s reaction, they also emphasize the broader pattern of accidents rather than only the immediate event. Free Malaysia Today states that Xi urges authorities nationwide to address issues that lead to repeated fatalities at workplaces, reflecting a call for wider enforcement and prevention measures. Mint similarly links Xi’s comments to concerns about ongoing workplace safety failures. Bloomberg frames the response as highlighting fears that deadly accidents are recurring and signals that the government should scrutinize the underlying causes. The sources agree on the death toll and on Xi’s request for action to improve workplace safety across the country.