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.

More Chinese Political Figures Could Be Purged at Key Meeting, Taiwanese Official Warns

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.