The CCP's Military Newspaper Publishes Four Strong Articles: Is Xi Jinping's Military Power Being Weakened? Xi Reveals Internal Party Conflicts. (Provided by Tang Qing's View on Current Affairs)
[People News] Recent reports from various sources in Beijing indicate that a consensus has been reached among CCP leadership: Xi Jinping, the CCP leader, has not only lost his power but also his authority. It is believed that he should not be allowed to seek re-election. Additionally, with Xi’s health deteriorating, his abdication is now only a matter of official announcement. At present, Xi Jinping holds the title of "President of the Maintenance Council" in the CCP, a position with little actual power.
On February 24, commentator Su Xiaohé disclosed on his personal channel that a friend, who is currently a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China (CPC), shared some good news with him: a consensus has emerged among Beijing's top leadership that Xi Jinping has been significantly stripped of his powers since the Third Plenary Session last year. He is now merely the president of a maintenance committee within the CPC's upper ranks, possessing little power and even less authority, and he is certain to step down in 2027.
Su Xiaohé noted that Xi Jinping was once the paramount leader of the party, government, and military, holding absolute power. However, the CPC's official media have recently stopped using phrases like 'one designated authority' and 'one word carries weight,' as well as 'four upholds.' This shift indicates that Xi has lost much of his power and, more critically, his authority. Many members of the Politburo in Beijing now believe that Xi Jinping is unable to continue, and with the leadership transition in 2027, he will undoubtedly resign.
Su Xiaohé emphasized that Xi's departure reflects the principle of 'those who follow the trend will prosper, while those who go against it will perish.' After over forty years of reform and opening up, the Chinese populace has developed a value system where everyone aspires to hold positions of power and achieve wealth. In contrast, Xi Jinping seeks to reverse this trend, insisting on leading the Chinese people towards a model akin to North Korea. He aims to turn back the clock to the Mao Zedong era, but after some time, he realized this approach was untenable and began to advocate for 'reform and opening up' once again, claiming to prioritize public sentiment and asserting that China's doors will remain open, among other statements. These contradictory remarks highlight a disconnect in Xi's value system. His personal governance philosophy does not align with the sentiments of the Chinese people, indicating that he will likely be unable to maintain his position.
Another commentator, Cai Shenkun, remarked on his self-media program on February 23 that he learned from a phone call with a well-connected friend on the 22nd that since the political work conference of the entire army held in Yan'an last year, Xi Jinping's power has significantly diminished. 'The military's authority has now shifted to Zhang Youxia, and Xi Jinping is merely a figurehead as the chairman of the Central Military Commission,' he stated. His resignation is just a matter of waiting for an official announcement, and it is unlikely to be delayed for long—perhaps during the Fourth Plenary Session, but certainly not extending into next year.
More importantly, the power within the Chinese Communist Party has reverted to three elderly figures, all born in 1942. Online sources indicate that among the retired leaders, both Hu Jintao and Wen Jiabao were born in that year.
A friend in Beijing further noted that Xi Jinping has alienated all political factions over the past decade. The second and third generations of red elites, along with the former 'Zhao family' interest groups, feel increasingly threatened. They have reached a consensus that if Xi Jinping continues his current approach, it could lead to dire consequences for everyone, necessitating his prevention from seeking re-election. Consequently, they have put forward these three elderly individuals to oversee China's political landscape during the transition period.
Additionally, the friend in Beijing disclosed that there are growing concerns within the Chinese Communist Party regarding the post-Xi Jinping era, where entrenched interest groups might dominate China's political scene. After decades of reform and opening up, these elite groups have managed to transfer assets totaling up to $30 trillion out of China. Over the years, they have engaged in various operations abroad, particularly in close collaboration with numerous financial oligarchs on Wall Street, leading to their assets surpassing $60 trillion.
In fact, rumors about Xi Jinping's serious health issues have been circulating online since last year. Some reports claim that he has pancreatic cancer, while others suggest he has suffered two strokes. Over the past three to four years, videos and images showing two teacups in front of him during meetings have gone viral; one cup is filled with water and the other with medicine, which has become a widely accepted notion. Furthermore, Xi Jinping's appearance has changed dramatically, with the most striking signs being his dull eyes, a scattered and hesitant gaze, graying hair, sudden weight fluctuations, slow walking, and noticeably unsteady legs. It is evident that Xi Jinping's health is facing significant challenges.
Su Xiaohe has previously mentioned on his personal channel that when a leader of the Communist Party of China (CPC) experiences health issues, they are likely to resign quickly.
Additionally, internal conflicts within the CPC have been causing significant upheaval in recent years. Particularly since last year, there has been an increase in the number of high-ranking officials being dismissed, including many party, government, and military leaders who were personally promoted by Xi Jinping, such as former Foreign Minister Qin Gang and Miao Hua, the Director of the Political Work Department of the Central Military Commission. Analysts suggest that the dismissal of these officials is linked to the ongoing anti-corruption campaign, but Xi Jinping's actions against even his trusted allies indicate a deep-seated paranoia, suspecting that officials are not demonstrating absolute loyalty. This severe distrust has arisen following a decline in his power, making everyone appear suspiciously like Prigozhin to him.
The announcement methods of the Chinese Communist Party reveal that Xi Jinping has faced significant setbacks from internal opposition. The terms 'determined to be supreme' and 'four maintenances' are becoming increasingly infrequent in state media, while references to 'collective leadership responsibility' are on the rise. Previously, the 'People's Daily' and 'Xinhua News Agency' featured large images of Xi Jinping almost daily on their front pages, but this has noticeably decreased.
Former Chinese Communist Party Navy Lieutenant Colonel Yao Cheng stated to The Epoch Times that by the time of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee, Xi Jinping's position would likely be untenable, leaving him with only a ceremonial role. Xi is expected to resign from his positions as General Secretary and Chairman of the Military Commission, retaining only a nominal role as President. This move is intended to prevent greater unrest in China, allowing him to hold a ceremonial presidency before stepping down at the 21st National Congress.
In an article published on January 16 of this year, senior writer Nakazawa Katsuji from Nikkei Asia noted that factional struggles within the Chinese Communist Party have noticeably intensified. Given that this year will largely determine the next leadership team, a potential political storm could erupt in Beijing.
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