
Number three for Xi: power in China
Economist Podcasts
Consolidation of Power in China's Political Landscape
This chapter explores Xi Jinping's unprecedented third term and the significant shifts in the Politburo Standing Committee, revealing a turn towards loyalty over meritocracy. The discussion highlights Xi's removal of established norms and the implications of recent governance changes, illustrated by a dramatic incident during a political Congress.
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