Economist Podcasts Helmsman’s high water: China’s Communist Party Congress
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Oct 17, 2022 
David Rennie, the Beijing bureau chief for The Economist, shares expert insights on Xi Jinping's recent performance at the Communist Party Congress. He deciphers the dense rhetoric around Xi's decade of leadership and his assertive stance on Taiwan and Hong Kong. The conversation also touches on the looming economic struggles faced by major U.S. companies and explores fascinating findings about fatherhood, revealing the surprising neurological effects that come with parenting. It's a deep dive into the intricate interplay of politics and economics.
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Party Congress Pomp
- David Rennie witnessed the CCP's Party Congress in Beijing's Great Hall of the People.
- The event showcased extreme pomp, with police presence, red carpets, and a gold hammer and sickle.
Xi's Work Report
- Xi Jinping's work report defends his decade in power, emphasizing a security-focused approach.
- The report is party theatre, justifying his actions and seeking another five-year term.
Security and Taiwan
- Xi Jinping's speech signaled a security-focused approach and no change in policies like zero-COVID.
- He reiterated his stance on Taiwan, stating reunification is inevitable and not ruling out force.