Xi takes victory lap on poverty alleviation
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On Thursday, Xi Jinping led a ceremony in the Great Hall of the People to celebrate the eradication of absolute poverty in China.
Some context: In 2015, Xi promised to eliminate poverty by 2020. This goal was officially achieved in November.
Thursday’s ceremony was broadcast live on state TV and has...