The National Party Congress: Power Plays and Political Theater

This chapter delves into the grand opening of the National Party Congress in China, emphasizing its role as a pivotal political event every five years. It critiques Xi Jinping's speech, which sidestepped critical national issues while reinforcing elite power dynamics and chilling military commitments regarding Taiwan. The discussion also sheds light on internal divisions among the Chinese elite, revealing concerns about Xi's tightening grip on power and the broader implications for China's future.