CNA Explains: Why China’s fifth plenum will focus on party discipline
The Chinese Communist Party is set to hold its fifth plenary session, focusing primarily on internal party discipline and governance. Observers suggest this meeting will establish key priorities and oversight mechanisms ahead of the 2027 leadership reshuffle.
Why it matters
Understanding the internal governance shifts in China is critical for assessing future policy directions and political stability in the world's second-largest economy.
The key meeting, which begins Monday (Oct 26), could offer clues about Beijing’s priorities ahead of 2027, observers say.
Members of the Communist Party of China's Politburo Standing Committee attend the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee in Beijing. (Photo: Xie Huanchi/Xinhua via AP) New: You can now listen to articles. This audio is generated by an AI tool.
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