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Ken asserts that these actions are not cracks in the system but rather manifestations of the regime tightening its grip. It’s a defensive mechanism, ensuring that no individual gains enough influence to challenge Xi’s authority. The system is designed so that even those initially promoted for their competence or loyalty are eventually replaced if they become too strong or too independent.
No Signs of Systemic Collapse or Chaos
Contrary to what some analysts suggest, the absence of public protests, leaks, or open resistance indicates that the regime maintains a firm control. The suppression of dissent isn’t indicative of internal chaos but of strategic dominance. In authoritarian regimes, silence and compliance are often signs of successful consolidation of power.