Ep 1558: Xi Jinping Set to be President for life at the Chinese Communist Party Congress

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party's congress being held in Beijing where Xi warned against the "dangerous storms" ahead. A troubled economy, disrupted global supply chains driving international companies out, a zero-Covid policy, high unemployment and an ageing population are among the challenges facing China.

Published: 20/10/2022

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