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The internal power dynamics within China are also shifting. There are reports suggesting that Xi's control over key institutions, especially the military, might be waning. The top military brass, known for their loyalty, appear to be distancing themselves from Xi, with some elite officers allegedly being sidelined or removed. Chang suspects that if Xi is indeed losing influence within the military and other sectors, it could lead to a reconfiguration of China's leadership, possibly favoring more reform-minded officials or those less autocratic than Xi.