China’s secret political wranglings pave new term for Xi
The Fifth Plenum of the party’s Central Committee — gatherings closely analyzed for signaling Beijing’s priorities — will focus on a “tightening of discipline.”
China’s Communist Party is set to convene a secretive four-day meeting, known as the Fifth Plenum of the Central Committee, which may pave the way for President Xi Jinping to secure a new term in office. This gathering, closely scrutinized for revealing Beijing’s priorities, will emphasize a "tightening of discipline," as reported by state media.
Additionally, the meeting will lay the groundwork for the Party Congress in 2027, where Xi is widely anticipated to retain his position for another five years. However, China analysts anticipate a fresh generation of officials to occupy senior roles as the party seeks to replenish its leadership ranks following the anti-corruption drive.
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