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China’s Xi Expands Powers, Promotes Allies

China’s Xi Expands Powers, Promotes Allies

By Joe McDonald
With all seven members of the new Politburo Standing Committee loyal to Xi, "There is no counterweight or checks and balances in the system at all."
Xi’s Work Report to the 20th Party Congress: 5 Takeaways

Xi’s Work Report to the 20th Party Congress: 5 Takeaways

By Shannon Tiezzi
From COVID-19 and China's economy to Taiwan and the BRI, what did Xi's big speech tell us about China's future policies?

Why the West Once Thought Xi Jinping Would Be a Reformer

Why the West Once Thought Xi Jinping Would Be a Reformer

By Igor Patrick
As China prepares to crown Xi for a controversial third term this weekend, it is imperative to understand how the West went wrong in expecting him to be a progressive leader.

What’s at Stake for Africa in China’s 20th Party Congress?

What’s at Stake for Africa in China’s 20th Party Congress?

By Judith Mwai
For African governments, China’s party congress is about more than Xi Jinping.

Xi Jinping Has Critics in China. They Have Paid a Steep Price.

Xi Jinping Has Critics in China. They Have Paid a Steep Price.

By William Nee
Human rights defenders in China face arrest and lengthy detention for calling out Xi’s mistakes.
Seventh Plenum Sends ‘Stay the Course’ Signal Ahead of 20th Party Congress

Seventh Plenum Sends ‘Stay the Course’ Signal Ahead of 20th Party Congress

By Shannon Tiezzi
The final preview of the upcoming 20th National Congress of the CCP was a blow for anyone hoping for a shift on foreign policy or “zero COVID.”

China’s 20th Party Congress: A Downside Scenario

China’s 20th Party Congress: A Downside Scenario

By Dan Macklin
If political turnover norms are abandoned, Xi could surround himself with compliant officials, raising the risk of policy missteps.
What to Watch for at the 20th Party Congress: The Work Report

What to Watch for at the 20th Party Congress: The Work Report

By Shannon Tiezzi
Though too often overlooked, the Party Congress work report will set the tone for China’s goals and priorities for the next five years.

What to Watch for at the 20th Party Congress: The Leadership Shuffle

What to Watch for at the 20th Party Congress: The Leadership Shuffle

By Shannon Tiezzi
Five things to pay attention to as China's big leadership transition gets underway.

The Chinese Communist Party’s Ride-or-Die Moment

The Chinese Communist Party’s Ride-or-Die Moment

By Tyler Roylance
At its upcoming congress, the party will triple down on a leader whose policies are proving increasingly self-defeating.

China’s 20th Party Congress: An Upside Scenario

China’s 20th Party Congress: An Upside Scenario

By Dan Macklin
Turnover norms for Beijing’s top governing body could check Xi’s power and boost pro-market reformers.
Can the Chinese Communist Party Congress Surprise Us?

Can the Chinese Communist Party Congress Surprise Us?

By Bonnie Girard
Surprises are possible at the CCP’s most scripted event – but this year, any hopes for an “October surprise” are wishful thinking.

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