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Unseen Commander, Unsettling Signals: Xi Jinping’s Control Questioned Amidst High-Profile Purges and a Controversial Comeback

Recent observations surrounding Chinese President Xi Jinping, including an unprecedented three-month seclusion in Beijing and a virtual military inspection, suggest a leader potentially grappling with internal dissent and a military establishment unsettled by purges. Further signaling potential cracks in his control, a politically controversial folk singer with ties to Xi's rivals made a high-profile comeback on state media, hinting at ongoing power struggles within the CCP.

1 week ago
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China’s Military Meltdown: Unpacking the PLA Power Struggle and Xi Jinping’s Precarious Grip

Beijing's announcement of the downfall of senior PLA generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli has ignited a firestorm of speculation, revealing deep rifts within China's military elite. While Western experts suggest Xi Jinping's power remains unchallenged, a compelling counter-narrative points to a desperate power play by Xi to regain control following a rumored health crisis and a challenge from party elders. This unprecedented internal turmoil casts a long shadow over China's stability and its geopolitical ambitions, particularly concerning Taiwan.

1 week ago