China's Political System Trends

Exploration of five key trends driving Chinese decision-making, including personalization around Xi Jinping, empowering the party over the state, domestic policy challenges, prioritizing regime security, and assertiveness in diplomacy and military matters. The chapter delves into the complexities of understanding China's foreign and security policy decision-making processes, shedding light on known unknowns to gain a clearer picture of China's decision-making mechanisms.