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Xi’s Military Purge Sparks Questions of Paranoia and Weakness

President Xi Jinping's extensive purge of top military commanders has triggered debates about his paranoia and the PLA's readiness. Analysts question if these dismissals signal a consolidation of power or reveal deep-seated corruption and incompetence within China's armed forces, with significant implications for regional stability, particularly concerning Taiwan.

2 days ago
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Rubio: War’s End Lies in Talks, Not Military Might

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Ukraine war lacks a military solution and will ultimately be settled through negotiation, highlighting America's crucial role in facilitating talks. Meanwhile, Hungary's PM Viktor Orbán accused Kyiv of election interference and disrupting energy supplies, while China's Xi Jinping called for inclusive peace negotiations.

3 days ago
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China’s Military Purges: Xi Jinping’s Grip Tested

Beijing is facing unprecedented tension as high-ranking military officials are reportedly arrested ahead of the CCP's crucial 'Two Sessions'. The lack of formal endorsements and procedural steps surrounding these purges raises questions about President Xi Jinping's control over the People's Liberation Army.

3 days ago
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China’s Elite Power Struggle: Three Factions Eye Deadline

China's top leadership is embroiled in a fierce power struggle as three factions vie for control ahead of crucial March legislative meetings. The crisis, fueled by the disappearance of top generals, could escalate to a forceful confrontation. Key developments to watch include the upcoming Politburo meeting and the loyalty of military units.

4 days ago
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China’s Elite in Fear: Where Are the Purged Generals?

Four weeks after the alleged purge of two top Chinese generals, uncertainty grips Beijing as official silence fuels rampant speculation about their whereabouts and fate. The lack of transparency, particularly concerning General Zhang Youxia, has ignited fears and demands for answers from the elite "red families," potentially destabilizing the Communist Party's power structure.

4 days ago
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Trump Faces Trade Hurdles Ahead of Xi Jinping Meeting

A recent Supreme Court ruling has curtailed Donald Trump's ability to use emergency tariffs, impacting his upcoming meeting with China's Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions remain high, with discussions on Iran and the Russia-Ukraine conflict ongoing, while shifting voter sentiment poses challenges for Trump.

5 days ago
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Fukuyama on China’s Enduring Dynastic Legacy: From ‘Precociously Modern State’ to the ‘Bad Emperor Problem’

Political scientist Francis Fukuyama analyzes China's political system, drawing parallels between the contemporary Communist Party and ancient dynastic rule, highlighting the persistent challenge of top-down control and the 'bad emperor problem.' He discusses his peculiar meeting with former top official Wang Qishan and expresses concern over Xi Jinping's authoritarian turn, while also acknowledging the grave dangers facing American liberal democracy under figures like Donald Trump.

6 days ago