All articles tagged with #power consolidation
Voters in Guinea and the Central African Republic are voting for presidents with incumbents favored to win, amid concerns over democratic processes and regional stability, as both countries navigate post-conflict recovery and international relations.
The article details recent actions by President Trump that exhibit authoritarian tendencies, including firing a government statistician, rewriting history, cracking down on institutions, and exerting control over foreign and domestic policies, raising concerns about democratic backsliding.
Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu is reportedly under investigation for corruption and is likely to be removed from his position, according to U.S. officials. This comes as part of a series of purges within Beijing's security ranks, raising concerns about the management of China's foreign policy and questioning President Xi Jinping's leadership. Li's absence from public view for the past two weeks has fueled speculation, with some Chinese officials attributing it to "health issues" while others believe it is related to corruption charges from his previous role as head of military procurement. The ongoing purges and lack of transparency in China's leadership have led to uncertainty and instability in the country's domestic and foreign affairs.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has consolidated power in China by overturning term limits, installing loyalists, and expanding the influence of the Communist Party over the government and society. He has sidelined the government and deepened control over decision-making, while also reining in private companies and increasing surveillance on citizens. Xi's dominance may have consequences, such as discouraging officials from sharing bad news or admitting mistakes, and the question remains whether a successor can maintain the power structure he has built.
UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed his son, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as crown prince of Abu Dhabi, breaking from the tradition of passing leadership succession to another brother. He also elevated his brothers to top positions, consolidating power in Abu Dhabi and reaffirming the Al Nayhan rule. The move is seen as a jump towards the next generation and formalizes the leverage Abu Dhabi has over Dubai, but some observers disagree that it shifts power away from Dubai's ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.