Inside CCP Officialdom

As two Politburo members trade jobs, China watchers see indications of greater political shakeup.

It’s ‘extraordinary’ that the heads of two crucial state departments swapped roles midway through their five-year terms, an analyst says.

This is the first time in the CCP’s history that such a role swap among Politburo members has occurred, reports say.

China’s defense ministry said they are ‘not aware’ of reports that Gen. He Weidong has been placed under investigation.

Some analysts have said that the purge suggests that political infighting within the communist regime has intensified.

The absence of Zhao Leji has set off discussions about power dynamics within the upper echelons of the communist regime.

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The Industry ministry, which oversees a wide range of advanced technology sectors, didn’t offer any explanation.

Trump had invited the communist party leader to attend his inauguration next week.

The U.S. Defense Department has said the CCP’s anti-corruption drive may hamper its military modernization efforts.

A letter circulating among officials in Beijing openly criticizes Xi’s policies on the economy, diplomacy, and Taiwan.

The demise of top Chinese military officials are signs that Xi Jinping is facing an intense challenge to his control within the Party.

The investigation into Adm. Miao Hua signals that the CCP leader has begun to purge those close to him, analysts say.

Dong Jun, who was appointed defense minister last December, is reportedly placed under investigation for corruption.

Experts say the broad array of policy goals lack concrete details, but the leadership reshuffling may offer clues about the power struggle within the CCP.

High-profile CCP personnel issues at the upcoming 3rd plenary session remain the focus of the outside world.