China can benefit from a more diverse voice especially at a time of geopolitical tensions when projecting the right image is a challenge. Hopefully, the lack of female representation is a temporary exception.
No end in sight for China’s zero-Covid policy with experts left at a loss
With his third term secured, Xi Jinping must now address zero-Covid’s impact on the economy, jobs and social stability, some analysts believe.
What a new line in China’s constitution on Hong Kong says about Taiwan
Additions may be reinforcement of Xi’s confidence in the one country, two systems model as the solution for Taiwan, says associate professor.
What the Hong Kong links of China’s top leadership team mean for city
New hierarchy of seven-member Politburo Standing Committee could lead to smoother implementation of key policies involving Hong Kong, analysts say.
China’s reshuffled military leadership highlights Taiwan focus
New Central Military Commission line-up gives clues on the People’s Liberation Army’s priorities in the next five years.
The Communist Party’s 20th Central Committee – who are the new faces?
The top leadership body of China’s Communist Party has new and younger members. See who has stayed and who has left.
Visual explainer: the key people in charge of China’s military
Who sits on the seven-member body that runs the People’s Liberation Army?
China’s apex of power: key figures in the country’s leadership elite
What to expect as China’s months-long government reshuffle culminates in time for ‘two sessions’ in March.
Explainer | China’s 20th Communist Party congress and why it matters to Hong Kong
The Post unpacks the significance of the coming leadership meet and what we can expect from Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s report.
Explore the links between Xi Jinping, China’s Communist Party’s inner circles
See which full members of the 20th Central Committee have connections with those at the very top.
Xi highlights importance of innovation in ‘Chinese-style modernisation’
Extracts from a recently published speech show Xi urged officials to balance development and security and not ‘cling rigidly’ to ideas.
Chinese security official orders risks crackdown ahead of 20th party congress
Chen Yixin lists 10 topics for research to identify and remove potential social and political risks.
China puts scientist in charge of Communist Party’s HR department
The new head of personnel appointments and promotions is a nuclear scientist and stern environmental enforcer.
Li Qiang sheds Shanghai Covid chaos to enter Communist Party inner circle
Li has extensive experience in regional economic management and has worked with the Chinese president before.
Opinion | China’s path to modernisation will support global stability
“Chinese modernisation”, a key phrase in Xi Jinping’s recent congress report, holds a promise for the world. A China that stays committed to high-quality development will give a much-needed shot in the arm to the global economy.