
Xi Jinping’s corruption crackdown in the spotlight as China prepares for meeting of top leaders
China is gearing up for its fifth party plenum, where President Xi Jinping’s ongoing anti‑corruption drive will be a central topic. The campaign, marked by extensive purges over recent years, has prompted analysts to debate whether the primary goal is to root out graft or to enforce loyalty to Xi’s leadership. The meeting will also address policy directions and signal the party’s stance on governance.