Coverage dated October 29, 2026

China elevates a military general to the Politburo and seeks to strengthen party discipline

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This move comes about a year before President Xi Jinping is expected to secure his fourth five-year term.

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    This move comes about a year before President Xi Jinping is expected to secure his fourth five-year term.

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