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The seven most powerful people in China (and how they are picked)

The seven most powerful people in China (and how they are picked)

China is expected to reappoint Xi Jinping leader for five more years at the Communist Party congress, a meeting that will influence global events for decades to come.

Michael SmithHealth editor

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Tokyo | China is expected to appoint Xi Jinping as its leader for a historic, third term this week at the Chinese Communist Party’s 20th congress.

At that meeting, in Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, Xi’s closest advisers will also be appointed and China’s agenda for the next five years will be set, influencing global events for decades to come.

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Michael Smith
Michael SmithHealth editorMichael Smith is the Health Editor for The Australian Financial Review. He is based in Sydney. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at michael.smith@afr.com

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