‘Speak last’: China’s fifth plenum moves to rein in regional leaders

China's Communist Party has introduced new rules to limit the power of regional leaders, known as principal leaders, in a bid to strengthen oversight and prevent them from demanding personal loyalty from their teams. This move aims to prevent abuse of power and promote a more disciplined leadership structure. The new rules are part of a 17,000-word resolution approved at the fifth plenum of the 20th Central Committee, which emphasizes internal governance and discipline.

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China's Communist Party is proposing stronger oversight of regional leaders, which could lead to more effective governance and stability. This move could increase investor confidence in the Chinese market, as it suggests a more centralized and controlled

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