China protests have erupted against Xi’s regime, as the nation’s leader meet for the Communist Party congress
China protests have erupted across the country, attacking President Xi Jinping and China’s Covid restrictions.
This comes just days before the nation’s leaders meet for their historic Communist Party congress.
It comes as Xi gets set to take on an unprecedented third term in office.
China’s capital has been placed under tight security ahead of a major Communist Party meeting that is being held later this week.
Thousands of police officers have been deployed on the streets and security checks are being carried out at train stations and airports.
Online content is being heavily censored during this period, with social media platforms such as Weibo and WeChat blocked.
China’s economic plan
The ruling party is set to unveil its new five-year plan. It will guide China’s economic and social development over the next five years.
The Communist Party is also expected to rubber-stamp Xi’s third five-year term as president.
This prospect of Xi staying in office indefinitely has led to some discontent among party members. Many are unhappy with his authoritarian style of leadership.
Online frustration has been mounting in recent days over strict security measures. People are unhappy about the Covid restrictions ahead of the congress.
Thousands of people have been forced into quarantine. While others have had their movements restricted or had their homes sealed off by authorities.
The heavy-handed security crackdown has led to comparisons with past Congresses held during times of political turmoil. Such as during the Cultural Revolution or following the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests.
While protests are relatively rare in China, there seems to be growing dissatisfaction within the country. This is mainly directed towards those in charge.
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