Xi Jinping must use concentrated power for good of the people
In his closing speech to a historic session of the National People’s Congress, China’s strengthened president stressed the role of the Communist Party, the country’s past and the path it would take
President Xi Jinping brought the annual session of the National People’s Congress to a conclusion yesterday with a rousing speech. But as the 16-day meeting of China’s national parliament ends, a new era is taking shape.
This session has seen historic changes to the country’s constitution, paving the way for Xi to rule beyond the end of his second term and enshrining his political theories in law.
The Communist Party’s leadership role has been entrenched and strengthened. Structural reforms have been implemented and senior officials reshuffled.
This concentration of power is intended to provide stability, unity, strength and efficiency as China faces up to the many challenges that lie ahead.
Now, the country and, indeed, the world, is watching to see how this power will be used and whether Xi will be able to deliver on his promise to rejuvenate the nation.
