China convenes Central Committee after military purges

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is holding a four-day meeting focused on internal discipline, following military purges and ahead of the upcoming congress. The fifth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee aims to enhance supervision of leaders, combat corruption, and ensure adherence to decisions made by the leadership. Recent purges have significantly reduced the ranks of the Central Military Commission, raising concerns about trust in newly appointed military officials. Analysts suggest that upcoming promotions will reveal more about power dynamics in Beijing than the recent dismissals. This meeting marks a shift in focus from economic planning to internal governance, emphasizing Xi Jinping's push for strict party discipline and accountability among leaders.