Xi Makes Party Faithful Toe Line as China Nears Key Juncture
- Clampdown comes ahead of party reshuffle, industrial shake-up
- Party must show absolute loyalty, avoid `improper discussion'
China Cracks Down on Dissent Ahead of Party Reshuffle
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China’s annual legislative meetings, not known for vigorous public debate, have placed even more emphasis on conformity this year. Participants have been cautioned against impromptu discussions with foreign media in which they might stray from the script.
"This year, we have stricter rules," Chen Jiping, party chief of the official China Law Society and a member of the country’s top political advisory body, told Bloomberg News on March 6. "We’re advised not to take interviews during the meetings. You’d better apply online."