Who will be Xi Jinping’s successor? Challenges to Chinese President grow from Party, people and PLA
2 months ago

Who will be Xi Jinping’s successor? Challenges to Chinese President grow from Party, people and PLA

Live Mint  

Chairman Xi Jinping once looked supreme, unimpeachable and irreproachable. Furthermore, the PLA seems to be reacting somewhat to Xi's constant remonstrations and "meddling" with the CCP's armed wing. Indeed, Lam has identified four key opposition groups against Xi: retired Politburo Standing Committee members; fellow princelings; some military top brass; and some in China's middle class. Lam even suggested that the current investigation of Admiral Miao Hua, Director of the Political Work Department, may be an effort by opponents in the PLA to get rid of Xi's favourite acolytes. "It also suggests that Xi Jinping is punishing the Ministry of National Defense for its being politically unreliable following the corruption charges that brought down Dong's two predecessors."

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How Chinese army shows signs of turmoil
3 months, 3 weeks ago

How Chinese army shows signs of turmoil

Firstpost  

It appears that either corruption is rampant within the People’s Liberation Army or that it is just an excuse to remove those that Xi Jinping considers disloyal to him or the party Xi’s demand for loyalty and constant purges has resulted in the PLA leadership seeking to be more politically correct than professional. There are also reports that the PLA’s …

Xi's speech at key CPC plenum to be published
6 months, 1 week ago

Xi's speech at key CPC plenum to be published

China Daily  

BEIJING -- A speech delivered by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, during the second plenum of the third plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee will be published on Monday. This speech by Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will be published as an article in this …

Xi greets Vietnam's To Lam on election as party chief
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Xi greets Vietnam's To Lam on election as party chief

China Daily  

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has congratulated To Lam on his election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee. In recent years, the CPV has implemented the spirit of the resolution of the party's 13th National Congress, vigorously promoted party building, and pushed for new achievements in socialist construction …

Xi greets Vietnam's To Lam on election as party chief
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Xi greets Vietnam's To Lam on election as party chief

China Daily  

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has congratulated To Lam on his election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee. In recent years, the CPV has implemented the spirit of the resolution of the party's 13th National Congress, vigorously promoted party building, and pushed for new achievements in socialist construction …

Xi Jinping and China face another tough year
1 year ago

Xi Jinping and China face another tough year

Live Mint  

Every year on December 31st a glimpse of an impenetrable world is revealed. Reuters, a news agency, says the team will be led by China’s prime minister, Li Qiang—the highest-ranking Chinese official to attend in person since Mr Xi himself showed up in 2017. Now many of them see China as a source of risk, whether caused by the country’s …

Global Watch | Eclipsing the dragon: Growing shadows of intense power struggle in China
1 year, 6 months ago

Global Watch | Eclipsing the dragon: Growing shadows of intense power struggle in China

Firstpost  

The carefully built narrative that projected China as an ascending superpower under Xi Jinping’s leadership is all set to be the first major casualty of power struggle within the CCP Chinese political and military establishments seem to be at loggerheads as Xi Jinping’s purge continues to target military leaders and his colleagues in the top echelons of Chinese Communist Party. …

How to read the churn in Chinese politics
1 year, 6 months ago

How to read the churn in Chinese politics

Hindustan Times  

China’s defence minister General Li Shangfu is the latest top official in the country to suddenly go missing from scheduled engagements. Xi will continue to push China towards competition with the US and seeking to carve out a world that clearly acknowledges China as the unquestioned leader In between the Qin and Li disappearances, the chief and deputy chief of …

China replaces two leaders of nuclear force unit in possible purge, whereabouts of ousted generals unknown
1 year, 7 months ago

China replaces two leaders of nuclear force unit in possible purge, whereabouts of ousted generals unknown

India TV News  

Fuelling speculations of a purge, two leaders of a unit managing China's nuclear arsenal have been replaced in one of the biggest unplanned re-jigging in Beijing's military leadership. According to Morris, Li's downfall is one of the biggest leadership challenges for President Xi, along with the replacement of Qin Gang as foreign minister by Wang Yi. In 2014, former deputy …

Xi Jinping raises concerns over potential collapse of Chinese Communist Party
1 year, 8 months ago

Xi Jinping raises concerns over potential collapse of Chinese Communist Party

Live Mint  

Chinese President Xi Jinping has recently expressed concerns about the potential collapse of the Communist Party of China as approximately 415 million worldwide, renouncing their affiliation with the CCP, including its regiments, teams, and other associated organizations. According to a report from Greek City Times, in 2022, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech to a young cadre training class, …

Xi Jinping's new, 37-member cabinet has been stacked with loyalists. Here's why that's a problem
2 years ago

Xi Jinping's new, 37-member cabinet has been stacked with loyalists. Here's why that's a problem

ABC  

At his first press conference as China's new premier, Li Qiang noted the country was facing a number of economic difficulties this year but said he was "unwavering" in his economic policy of reform and opening up. Mr Xi's confidant was immediately promoted to governor of Zhejiang province, one of China's most-prosperous regions near the country's economic lifeblood: the Yangtze …

Build a 'great wall of steel', Xi to PLA in new term's presidential speech
2 years ago

Build a 'great wall of steel', Xi to PLA in new term's presidential speech

Hindustan Times  

Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Monday said the People’s Liberation Army should be built into “a great wall of steel” to defend the country’s sovereignty in his first speech after securing a norm-breaking third term as president last week and emerging as China’s most powerful leader in generations. Speaking to the nearly 3,000 delegates at the closing session of China’s …

Xi Jinping becomes first leader in history of Communist China to serve three terms
2 years ago

Xi Jinping becomes first leader in history of Communist China to serve three terms

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. First to congratulate Mr Xi were North Korean leader …

Xi Jinping begins third five-year term in firmer control
2 years ago

Xi Jinping begins third five-year term in firmer control

The Hindu  

Chinese leader Xi Jinping was on March 10, 2023 formally reappointed as President for a third five-year term. While Mr. Xi’s selection was a foregone conclusion – he was already appointed General Secretary of the ruling Communist Party in October 2022 for a third term – this week’s NPC session has underlined the extent of his unchallenged control and the …

China's Xi Jinping, as expected, gets 5 more years as state president
2 years ago

China's Xi Jinping, as expected, gets 5 more years as state president

NPR  

China's Xi Jinping, as expected, gets 5 more years as state president Enlarge this image toggle caption Mark Schiefelbein/AP Mark Schiefelbein/AP BEIJING - China's rubber-stamp parliament handed leader Xi Jinping a third term as president on Friday, an outcome that has been widely expected since he orchestrated the abolishment of term limits with a constitutional amendment five years ago. The …

Xi Jinping unanimously elected Chinese President, Central Military Commission chairman
2 years ago

Xi Jinping unanimously elected Chinese President, Central Military Commission chairman

India TV News  

Xi Jinping unanimously elected President of the People's Republic of China and chairman of the Central Military Commission at the ongoing session of the 14th National People's Congress, reports Xinhua news agency. China's other top leaders Six men sit alongside Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the ruling Communist Party's all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee, handling major portfolios from propaganda to corruption …

China’s other top leaders bring loyalty to Xi, experience
2 years ago

China’s other top leaders bring loyalty to Xi, experience

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Six men sit alongside Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the ruling Communist Party’s all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee, handling major portfolios from propaganda to corruption fighting. ZHAO LEJI A holdover from the previous Politburo Standing Committee, Zhao Leji won Xi’s trust as head of the party’s anti-corruption watchdog, the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, pursuing an anti-graft campaign …

China's other top leaders bring loyalty to Xi, experience
2 years ago

China's other top leaders bring loyalty to Xi, experience

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Six men sit alongside Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the …

Who Will Xi Jinping Appoint as China’s Next Chief of Staff?
2 years, 1 month ago

Who Will Xi Jinping Appoint as China’s Next Chief of Staff?

News 18  

The Chinese President Xi Jinping is yet to decide his next chief of staff, a position that Ding Xuexiang occupies. The role in Chinese Communist Party terms is known as director of the General Office of the Chinese Communist Party’s Central Committee. The Chinese Communist Party’s central committee during its second plenum, which began on Sunday, are focusing on candidates …

Communist Party congress in China leaves Xi Jinping in complete command
2 years, 4 months ago

Communist Party congress in China leaves Xi Jinping in complete command

The Hindu  

Published : Oct 29, 2022 13:24 IST A picture is worth a thousand words. Cai Qi, 67, the Beijing party chief who has joined the PSC now, served as director of Xi’s office when he was the provincial secretary in Fujian, while Ding Xuexiang, 60, the youngest member of the new PSC, was an important aide of Xi when he …

One-man rule: The Hindu Editorial on Xi Jinping’s firm grip on Chinese politics
2 years, 5 months ago

One-man rule: The Hindu Editorial on Xi Jinping’s firm grip on Chinese politics

The Hindu  

China’s President Xi Jinping emerged out of last week’s Communist Party congress in even firmer grip on Chinese politics. A constitutional amendment declares it is now an “obligation” of every party member to follow Mr. Xi, while the official Xinhua news agency noted the key factor in promotions was “loyalty” to Mr. Xi. The Communist Party has framed the concentration …

Timeline: Chinese leader Xi Jinping's rise and rule
2 years, 5 months ago

Timeline: Chinese leader Xi Jinping's rise and rule

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On Sunday, China's 69-year-old leader secured a widely expected third term as …

China unveils new leadership, dominated by key Xi Jinping allies
2 years, 5 months ago

China unveils new leadership, dominated by key Xi Jinping allies

The Hindu  

Chinese leader Xi Jinping began his unprecedented third five-year term on October 23, 2022 in even firmer control of the ruling Communist Party after filling the newly announced Politburo Standing Committee with all of his allies. Mr. Xi introduced the new leadership to the media on October 23, 2022, in order of rank as Li Qiang, the former party chief …

China’s Xi secures third term, stacks leadership team with allies
2 years, 5 months ago

China’s Xi secures third term, stacks leadership team with allies

Al Jazeera  

Chinese Communist Party elects Xi Jinping as its general secretary for a precedent-breaking third term, introduces a Politburo Standing Committee stacked with loyalists. China’s President Xi Jinping has secured a historic third term as the Communist Party’s leader, cementing his place as the nation’s most influential ruler since Mao Zedong. The CCP also named a seven-member Politburo Standing Committee led …

CPC Congress in China: Xi Jinping tightens grip on power after easing out PM Li Keqiang
2 years, 5 months ago

CPC Congress in China: Xi Jinping tightens grip on power after easing out PM Li Keqiang

Hindustan Times  

BEIJING: Xi Jinping is all set to begin a custom-breaking third term as China’s leader on Sunday as he further strengthened his grip over the Communist Party of China on Saturday through new amendments to the party charter and easing out top leaders including Premier Li Keqiang to make space for allies in the top leadership hierarchy. President Xi Jinping …

Rivals forced out as Xi Jinping embarks on third term as China’s leader
2 years, 5 months ago

Rivals forced out as Xi Jinping embarks on third term as China’s leader

The Hindu  

China’s ruling Communist Party on Saturday closed its once-in-five-year congress confirming leader Xi Jinping’s precedent-defying third term, and paving the way for his domination of Chinese politics for the next five years. The CPC congress, a usually tightly choreographed affair, concluded on Saturday with two surprises, both of which, in different ways, underlined Mr. Xi’s unchallenged position at the top …

China's new Central Committee excludes Li Keqiang, Wang Yang
2 years, 5 months ago

China's new Central Committee excludes Li Keqiang, Wang Yang

The Hindu  

The Chinese Communist Party elected a new Central Committee on October 22, 2022 that does not include Premier Li Keqiang or Wang Yang, a sign that analysts have said means the next Politburo Standing Committee is likely to be stacked with Xi Jinping loyalists. The new Central Committee on October 23, 2022 will choose the elite Politburo Standing Committee, with …

Struggle and win, says Xi Jinping as Communist Party Congress ends
2 years, 5 months ago

Struggle and win, says Xi Jinping as Communist Party Congress ends

The Hindu  

China's five-yearly Communist Party Congress wrapped up on October 22, 2022 with President Xi Jinping set to emerge from the event as leader for an unprecedented third term. Delegates also voted to endorse Mr. Xi's "work report" delivered at the Congress's opening last Sunday and rubber-stamped a resolution on the Party's constitution. Heavy on ideological rhetoric and light on policy, …

China’s Communist Party endorses Xi Xinping’s ‘core’ leadership
2 years, 5 months ago

China’s Communist Party endorses Xi Xinping’s ‘core’ leadership

Al Jazeera  

President Xi Jinping is now all but certain to be unveiled as general secretary for an unprecedented third term. China’s Communist Party on Saturday endorsed Xi Jinping’s “core position” in the country’s leadership, all but assuring he will be handed an unprecedented third term in power. At the end of the week-long gathering in Beijing, China’s ruling party approved a …

Communist Party of China set to amend Party Constitution with Xi Jinping eyeing Mao’s status
2 years, 5 months ago

Communist Party of China set to amend Party Constitution with Xi Jinping eyeing Mao’s status

The Hindu  

Ahead of China’s ruling Communist Party amending its Constitution on October 22, 2022, China’s President Xi Jinping has been hailed by the State media as a “people’s leader”, an honorific not used since the days of Mao Zedong. While Chairman Mao was called the “great helmsman” or great leader, Mr. Xi has been referred to in some Party media outlets …

Xi’s quest to solidify his power poses grave risks to the world
2 years, 5 months ago

Xi’s quest to solidify his power poses grave risks to the world

Hindustan Times  

The 20th Congress of the Chinese Communist Party is a tightly scripted gathering to anoint President Xi Jinping for a precedent-breaking third term as general secretary, institutionalising his totalitarian rule. Notwithstanding the CCP’s self-proclaimed revolutionary role to break China free from two millennia of imperialism, Xi’s dream of restoring Chinese greatness is guided by the notion of an ancient “civilisational …

China party congress offers look at future leaders
2 years, 5 months ago

China party congress offers look at future leaders

Associated Press  

BEIJING — While Xi Jinping is primed to receive a third term as head of China’s ruling Communist Party on Sunday, it is unknown who will join him for the next five years on the party’s leading bodies, the Central Committee and the Politburo. Leading contenders include both current members and newcomers: ___ PREMIER LI KEQIANG One major question is …

DC Edit | World’s anxiety rises as Xi makes grip on China total
2 years, 5 months ago

DC Edit | World’s anxiety rises as Xi makes grip on China total

Deccan Chronicle  

There is a distinct Orwellian touch to the drama of Xi Jinping gearing up for an unprecedented third term as Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party, President of China and supreme commander of the People’s Liberation Army. Some of the world’s most sophisticated mass electronic surveillance technologies, enhanced by artificial intelligence, are backing ‘Big Brother’ to sustain constant vigil on …

Is Xi Jinping China’s new Mao Zedong?
2 years, 5 months ago

Is Xi Jinping China’s new Mao Zedong?

Al Jazeera  

Vastness is a defining feature of the Chinese Communist Party. Some also argue that only Mao, Deng, and Xi deserve to be considered as truly ‘great’ leaders as Jiang’s “core” status was bequeathed rather than earned. While the title might sound obscure, Xi’s recognition by the party as its “core” leader is testimony to his “profound” relationships with current party …

At historic Communist Party meet, China's Xi looks to grasp total power: What to expect
2 years, 5 months ago

At historic Communist Party meet, China's Xi looks to grasp total power: What to expect

India Today  

Chinese President Xi Jinping threw open the week-long 20th Communist Party Congress today, where the delegates are expected to pick him for a third leadership term and secure his place as the country's most powerful ruler since Mao Zedong. Chinese President Xi Jinping kicks off the 20th congress of the ruling Communist Party, a week-long event where he is widely …

China's Communist Party kicks off key Congress to endorse record third term for Xi Jinping
2 years, 5 months ago

China's Communist Party kicks off key Congress to endorse record third term for Xi Jinping

India TV News  

China's Communist Party kicks off key Congress to endorse record third term for Xi Jinping China: President Xi Jinping is widely expected to get endorsed for a record third five-year term, breaking the over three-decade norm for top leaders to step down after a 10-year tenure. Highlights Except for 69-year-old Xi, all top officials will be replaced The reshuffle will …

Xi Jinping | The princeling’s next decade
2 years, 5 months ago

Xi Jinping | The princeling’s next decade

The Hindu  

When Xi Jinping ascends the stage of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Sunday morning to open, for a second time, the ruling Communist Party’s once-in-five-year congress, his appearance was meant to have been his last. Mr. Xi was born to “red royalty”, and like fellow princelings, as the children of the revolutionary leaders who were Mao’s …

China to unveil new leadership on Oct 23, Xi to stay on as ruling party leader
2 years, 5 months ago

China to unveil new leadership on Oct 23, Xi to stay on as ruling party leader

Hindustan Times  

China will unveil its new leadership line-up on October 23, a day after the Communist Party of China’s 20th national congress, which begins Sunday, wraps up at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Responding to a question at the press conference, Sun said China’s “dynamic zero Covid” policy to tackle the Covid-19 epidemic are the most cost-effective and …

China’s Xi looks to 3rd 5-year term as Communist Party meets
2 years, 5 months ago

China’s Xi looks to 3rd 5-year term as Communist Party meets

Associated Press  

BEIJING — On the eve of the opening of a key Chinese Communist Party congress, party leader, head of state and commander of the armed forces Xi Jinping seems more in charge than ever, having given no indication of stepping away from power or anointing a successor. While some have resented XI’s trampling on what few freedoms Chinese citizens still …

What you need to know about China’s 20th Communist Party Congress
2 years, 5 months ago

What you need to know about China’s 20th Communist Party Congress

Al Jazeera  

Xi Jinping is set to cement power by clinching an unprecedented third term as secretary general of the Chinese Communist Party. This year’s congress — the 20th since the party’s founding in 1921 — is of particular significance as Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to clinch an unprecedented third term as the party’s leader and further cement his power, …

Chinese Communist Party Congress affords another step for Xi Jinping’s consolidation of power
2 years, 5 months ago

Chinese Communist Party Congress affords another step for Xi Jinping’s consolidation of power

LA Times  

Chinese President Xi Jinping speaks during the opening ceremony of the 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party. “We have ensured that the party will never change its nature, its conviction or its character,” Xi said Sunday from the People’s Great Hall in Beijing at the opening ceremony. “It’s probably the most clear party congress for a heck of …

China: Party leaders heap praise on Xi Jinping, his leadership ahead of Congress
2 years, 5 months ago

China: Party leaders heap praise on Xi Jinping, his leadership ahead of Congress

Hindustan Times  

BEIJING: President Xi Jinping has been reaffirmed several times as the “core” of the Communist Party of China by the party’s top leadership at a closed-door meeting that concluded on Wednesday, an official communique said. On Wednesday, the CPC’s central committee, one of the top decision-making bodies of the party, praised the “unusual and extraordinary” accomplishments made under Xi over …

Xi Jinping all set to rewind China's clock back to 'one leader rule' of Mao era
2 years, 5 months ago

Xi Jinping all set to rewind China's clock back to 'one leader rule' of Mao era

The Hindu  

China's ruling Communist Party is set to slide back to its founder Mao Zedong's era soon as President Xi Jinping is set to break the decades-old 10-year term rule to cling in power and perhaps for life, amid mounting pressure from the U.S.-led West against Beijing's aggressive quest to become a dominant world power. Mao's successor, Deng Xiaoping, who earned …

How China's Xi Jinping amassed power over a decade | Explained
2 years, 5 months ago

How China's Xi Jinping amassed power over a decade | Explained

India Today  

China's Xi Jinping became the country's top leader a decade ago when he was named general secretary of the Communist Party and chairman of the Central Military Commission at the party's 18th congress. At the 20th Party Congress, set to begin on Oct. 16, Xi is widely expected to secure a third leadership term, cementing his stature as the country's …

How strong is Xi Jinping's position in today's China?
2 years, 6 months ago

How strong is Xi Jinping's position in today's China?

India Today  

Dispelling the empty rumors on the social media of an invisible coup d'etat in Beijing, Chinese president Xi Jinping made his first public appearance on Tuesday since returning to China in mid-September. READ | China President Xi Jinping reappears on state TV amid rumours over 'absence' “Undoubtedly, Xi Jinping is going to embark on his third term with the 20th …

China President Xi Jinping reappears on state TV amid rumours over 'absence' | Video
2 years, 6 months ago

China President Xi Jinping reappears on state TV amid rumours over 'absence' | Video

India Today  

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday, September 27, reappeared on state TV when he visited an exhibition of the Communist Party. This was his first appearance in public life after his return from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Samarkand on September 16, which sparked rumours about his absence from public events ahead of next month's key Congress of the …

China's Communist Party Congress to open October 16
2 years, 6 months ago

China's Communist Party Congress to open October 16

The Hindu  

China's ruling Communist Party will begin its 20th Party Congress on October 16, state media reported Tuesday, a landmark meeting at which President Xi Jinping is expected to be anointed as the country's most powerful leader in decades. It will The congress — held every five years — will be an "extremely important conference", according to a report by state …

China leader Xi Jinping urges Communist Party to ‘win hearts and minds’ in Taiwan, Hong Kong
2 years, 7 months ago

China leader Xi Jinping urges Communist Party to ‘win hearts and minds’ in Taiwan, Hong Kong

CNN  

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, a three-times-a-week update exploring what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong CNN — Chinese leader Xi Jinping has urged the Communist Party to “win hearts and minds” of people in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan as …

Xi Jinping will lead China for record third time, but is much weaker than we think
2 years, 10 months ago

Xi Jinping will lead China for record third time, but is much weaker than we think

Firstpost  

Though Xi’s policies have started being questioned within China, it does not mean that he will not be given a third term. Repeated lockdowns, a real estate downturn, and peaking oil prices have hampered Xi Jinping’s economic growth targets.” The article continues: “So, Xi is going back to the old formula — a major splurge on infrastructure that ramps up …

Xi Jinping has two big deep secrets: how long he will stay in power and his political heir
3 years, 1 month ago

Xi Jinping has two big deep secrets: how long he will stay in power and his political heir

Firstpost  

Xi Jinping has already sought to prevent undercurrents of discontent from converging into opposition before the congress One rising Chinese provincial leader lauded Xi Jinping as the Communist Party’s “greatest guarantee.” The party chief of a big coastal city urged officials to revere Xi’s “noble bearing as a leader and personal charisma.” A top general said Xi had faced down …

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