Logo 21 May 2026

Top policymaking body goes dark

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China's most important policymaking body appears to have been sidelined. According to official media, the Central Commission for Comprehensively Deepening Reform (CCCDR) has not met since August 29, 2024 – nearly two years ago.

That contrasts with the 10 years previous, when the body usually met 6-...