More Chinese Political Figures Could Be Purged at Key Meeting, Taiwanese Official Warns
Taiwan's China-policy official warned that more Chinese officials could be removed as Xi Jinping tightens political control and military pressure mounts.
TL;DR
- Taiwan's deputy minister of Mainland Affairs Council, Shen Yu-chung, commented on China's political situation.
- He described China's political and economic environment as highly volatile.
- More senior Chinese officials may be removed from power.
- This is anticipated as Beijing prepares for a key leadership meeting next month.
- The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is scheduled to hold the Fifth Plenum of the 20th Central Committee in October.
- Shen stated that the number of officials who could fall from power may be greater.