https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/are-the-latest-party-promotions-a-sign-of-a-new-political-trend-in-chinaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/are-the-latest-party-promotions-a-sign-of-a-new-political-trend-in-chinahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/are-the-latest-party-promotions-a-sign-of-a-new-political-trend-in-china#u174140Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:26:36 +0000China has confirmed the expulsion of 33 officials following a key political meeting in Beijing focused on anti-corruption and party discipline. The unprecedented number of empty seats at the meeting underscored the heavy toll of the ongoing crackdown. President Xi Jinping is tightening party control as he eyes a fourth term at the upcoming 2027 party congress. The ruling party announced it eliminated dangers by removing these figures from the party amid a massive push for strict self-governance and loyalty.Why it mattersThe recent plenary session in Beijing highlights a long-term political str