China's fifth plenum tightens oversight of regional leaders, bans personal allegiance demands

The Communist Party's fifth plenum endorsed a resolution strengthening central oversight of provincial-level leaders, explicitly barring them from demanding personal loyalty from their teams—a privilege reserved for top leaders. This marks a notable shift in internal governance, aiming to curb factionalism and reinforce collective leadership under Xi Jinping. The move signals continued centralization of political control, with implications for elite politics and policy implementation.

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