Since coming to power in 2012, Xi has sought to present an uncompromising crackdown on corruption as a hallmark of his leadership, with the twin objectives of consolidating his authority within the party and restoring eroded public trust. However, the party continues to be plagued by corruption, particularly within the armed forces, raising questions over the military's much-vaunted battle-readiness.
Xi Jinping acknowledged that internal divisions within the Communist party were inevitable, stating, 'We must have the courage to turn the knife inward and eliminate their negative impact in a timely manner to ensure that the party is always full of vigour and vitality.' This reflects his commitment to maintaining party discipline and integrity.
The recent excerpts suggest a renewed and wider push to enforce discipline and hunt down officials seeking personal gain and those who lead them astray. The significant number of punished officials – about 610,000 in 2023 – highlights the scale of the anti-graft effort.
The Communist party's practice of publicizing full speeches or communiques much later than they were delivered serves as a strategic means to convey policy priorities, indicating a deliberate and calculated approach to managing internal issues.
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