China's closed-door plenum opens as Xi seeks tighter party discipline

China's plenum began Monday, about a year before Xi is expected to secure a fourth term, with leadership changes also anticipated.

AI-written summary · The Chestnut Post · October 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT · How we use AI

China's closed-door plenum began Monday as Xi seeks to strengthen party discipline.

The gathering comes roughly a year ahead of Xi's expected fourth term. Personnel changes in key leadership bodies are also anticipated.

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UK sanctions Sudanese commanders over suspected sexual violence in El Fasher

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AI-written summary · Source: The Guardian · October 26, 2026 at 11:30 AM EDT

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