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The absence of the Third Plenum is consequential and dangerous for China; it both reflects a notable divide within the CCP and causes greater political instability.
Popular narratives about Chinese leader Xi Jinping are in flux. Just a few months ago, he was widely seen as an unassailable force. But unusually widespread protests in late November, followed by a complete reversal of his zero-COVID policy, have prompted some to question whether Xi is losing his grip. While Xi never possessed godlike powers, and could end up facing a bumpier
In a declaration of war against the elites, he has recklessly abandoned the guardrails that have kept the peace inside the Communist Party
The Chinese Communist Party is not capable of reform. One-man rule is inherent in a system that idealizes struggle and dominance.
China’s General Secretary Xi Jinping has scored an overwhelming victory but some doubts remain as to whether his quasi-Maoist policies will hamper the country’s ambitious economic plans