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Another surprising trend can be seen in the reporting concerning military activities. During a military training kickoff event, the coverage notably omitted Xi's name entirely, a sharp contrast to previous years when his directives were emphasized. This omission, particularly from major military outlets, indicates a troubling trend for Xi, especially given his historical dominance in both the political and military spheres.
These diminished mentions have led to speculation that Xi's position may be facing challenges from within the military itself. The continuing absence of key military figures, particularly General Wang, from significant events has further fueled rumors of internal struggles and investigations.