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Economic Powerhouses Fail to Meet GDP Targets for Years; Steel Mills Halt Production, Foreign Companies Relocate
As of now, the GDP situation for all 31 provinces in China for 2025 has been disclosed, revealing that many provinces have not met the GDP targets set at the beginning of last year. With the time approaching to establish GDP targets for 2026, despite the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) authorities pro
Did Zhao Leji Show Rare Courage by Defying Xi to Protect Zhang Youxia?
On February 4, 2026, the 20th session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress was convened in Beijing on an emergency basis, with Zhao Leji presiding. Observers believed the unusual session was likely intended to provide “legal procedures” after Xi Jinping allegedly violated procedures in detaining Central Military Commission Vice Chairman Zhang Youxia and CMC member Liu Zhenli. Unexpectedly, Zhao Leji did not move to remove Zhang and Liu from their positions. As a result, Xi’s detention actions are now viewed as procedural violations. This is described as the first ti
How Zhang Youxia Angered Xi Jinping
The CCP leader Xi Jinping’s arrests of Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli have sparked widespread speculation. Some rumors claim Zhang and Liu attempted a failed coup against Xi. However, political commentator Du Zheng wrote in a February 4 article titled “The ‘Power Struggle Kill Line’ in the Zhang Youxia Incident” that Zhang did not have the boldness or strategic vision to launch a coup. Rather, like some CCP elders, Zhang merely tried to prevent Xi from seeking another term, fearing danger for the Party-state. During this period, Zhang halted Xi’s visits to military training grounds where he perso
Xi Phones U.S. and Russian Leaders — Analysis: Buffering an Internal Power Crisis
After CCP leader Xi Jinping launched a surprise move to arrest Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, the military has remained silent, with no one publicly expressing support. In addition, an emergency session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) was convened on February 4 but did not revoke Zhang and Liu’s status as NPC deputies. This suggests Xi’s arrests violated the CCP’s own legal procedures and may also be seen as the NPC signaling opposition to Xi’s actions, further indicating that Xi’s authority within the Party is not what it once was.
2026 World Report on Human Rights: Beijing Intensifies Suppression of Dissent at Home and Abroad
The 2026 World Report released by the human rights organization Human Rights Watch states that in 2025 the Chinese government significantly deepened domestic repression while expanding methods of silencing dissent overseas, placing greater pressure on freedom of expression, civil society, ethnic minorities, and overseas critics.
Does Zhang Youxia Have a Protective Talisman? Party, Government, and Military Stay Silent
It has been ten days since the official announcement on January 24 of the downfall of Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of the CCP Central Military Commission (CMC), and CMC member Liu Zhenli. China’s military and political circles have fallen into an unprecedented state of eerie calm. According to past CCP practice when Politburo-level officials fall, party and government bodies at all levels should immediately rush to declare loyalty, appear on state news broadcasts in line to support the central decision, and firmly endorse General Secretary Xi.
The CCP Governs with a “Political Straitjacket”
While Chinese authorities continue to promote an upbeat narrative of “steady progress,” social media inside China tells a very different story. Short videos widely shared online show people of all ages describing job loss, collapsing incomes, shuttered shops, and crushing work hours — a stark contrast to official optimism.
The “Meat Grinder” in Overdrive: Vice Chair of the Central Military Commission Becomes a High-Risk Post
Following the reported downfall of Zhang Youxia, a vice chair of the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) Central Military Commission (CMC), outside observers note that the position itself appears increasingly dangerous. Since the CCP came to power, as many as nine CMC vice chairs have reportedly been purged in political struggles.
From Age 78 to 94: The Tragic Final Years of Three Elderly Chinese Citizens
At the 26th anniversary of Falun Gong’s resistance to persecution, on July 17, 2025, Falun Gong prac
Two Chinese Investigative Journalists Detained for Exposing Local Officials’ Corruption
While the CCP regime continues its high-level anti-corruption campaign, two independent journalists have been detained by police in Chengdu, Sichuan, after publishing a report alleging that officials in Pujiang County, Sichuan, improperly seized corporate assets. The incident highlights the further tightening of China’s media environment.
Four Major Reasons Why Xi Jinping Had Zhang Youxia Arrested
After Zhang Youxia’s downfall, the whole world has been asking the same question: Zhang was not only a long-time family associate of Xi but also one of Xi’s trusted allies. Xi’s smooth reappointment at the 20th Party Congress reportedly relied heavily on Zhang’s support, which is why Xi allowed the 72-year-old Zhang to remain in office at that congress. Given this, why would Xi Jinping move against him?
The Zhang Youxia Incident Continues to Escalate, the Chaos in Zhongnanhai Becomes Harder to Conceal
It has been nearly half a month since the official announcement of Zhang Youxia’s arrest. The CCP military and officialdom remain eerily silent, with no one publicly expressing support for Xi Jinping. At the end of January and the beginning of February, the PLA Daily published four consecutive commentator articles criticizing Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli. Observers noticed that the tone of these four rare consecutive denunciations gradually softened, and soon afterward Party media once again sank into a state of lifeless calm.
Zhang Youxia Maintains Close Ties with Elders, Developing a Private Grievance with Xi
On February 4th, the 20th meeting of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress took place in Beijing. While the meeting reviewed the qualifications of 'individual representatives' and terminated the qualifications of three National People's Congress representatives, it did not remove Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli from their representative positions, contrary to many external expectations.
Eliminating a Powerful Rival, Xi Still Gets No Moment of Relief
After suddenly arresting his military ally, Central Military Commission Vice Chairman Zhang Youxia, Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping has not shown any sign of relief or satisfaction in public appearances.
Huang Kunming Invites the Under House Arrest Zhang Youxia to Lunch; Is Xi Regretting This Decision?
Following the official announcement that Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of China, and Liu Zhenli, Chief of Staff of the Joint Staff Department, are under investigation, the reactions from within the Communist Party, the military, the public, and even from the United States and the international community are likely beyond Xi Jinping's expectations.
Emergency Meetings: Why Was Zhang Youxia's Representative Qualification Not Dismissed?
On February 2 and 4, the Communist Party of China (CPC) unexpectedly convened two emergency meetings. The first was the 59th Chairman's Meeting of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, while the second was the 20th Meeting of the NPC Standing Committee.
A Chinese Communist Company Invents Equipment to Interfere with “Starlink,” Again Proving Its Evil Nature
No one denies that “Starlink,” launched by Elon Musk, founder and chairman of U.S. company SpaceX, is a groundbreaking innovation aimed at providing high-speed, low-latency global internet coverage. By building a massive three-layer satellite network, it solves connectivity problems in remote areas, oceans, deserts, and during navigation, allowing users to enjoy internet speeds similar to traditional broadband.
Zhang Youxia Investigated as Central Military Commission Undergoes Reshuffle; Top Military Leadership Enters a “Vacuum Period”
Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party’s Central Military Commission (CMC), has been accused of “seriously endangering the Party’s absolute leadership over the military” and is under investigation. The incident has drawn widespread attention. A week after the news broke, the PLA Daily website published articles for three consecutive days urging all officers and soldiers to stay ideologically aligned with the CCP Central Committee and repeatedly emphasizing the need to “listen to the Party and follow the Party.”
Surprise Raid on Zhang Youxia Leads to Additional Charges; Xi Seeks to Undermine Soldiers' Affection
Following a surprise raid by Xi Jinping that resulted in the capture of Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, Xi has not only levelled further accusations against them but has also ordered all military personnel to 'deeply understand the overall situation.
The Military Newspaper Refrains From Mentioning Zhang Youxia. Rumours of Military Movements Surrounding Beijing
Following the arrests of Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, the Chinese Communist Party's military newspaper has become a key outlet for observing the unfolding situation.
Zhang Youxia's Arrest is Misguided! Politburo Leaders Urge Xi Jinping to Correct His Mistake
Recently, reports concerning the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) military and its senior officials have been widespread, making it challenging for the public to distinguish between truth and falsehood.