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Xi Jinping's Fourth Term Looms
CCP's Fifth Plenum Reorganizes
In short
The Chinese Communist Party held its Fifth Plenum in Beijing from October 26 to 29.
As President Xi Jinping's fourth consecutive term appears likely at next year's Party Congress, party discipline was emphasized.
Personnel decisions regarding senior officials under investigation for anti-corruption violations are expected to be announced.
Key facts
| When | Held over four days in Beijing from October 26 to 29. |
|---|---|
| Who | Presided over by the 20th Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party and President Xi Jinping. |
| What | Reviews measures to strengthen 'comprehensive strict party management' (rigorous party administration). |
| How | Only 291 of 376 Central Committee and Alternate Committee members attended; 45 possible expulsions reported. |
What it means for me
An internal political shift in China that may indirectly affect South Korea-China diplomatic and economic policy directions.
