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Furthermore, high-ranking military figures, including Vice Chairman Jang Yukia of the Central Military Commission, have held meetings without Xi Jinping's presence, indicating a loosening grip on direct command. Analysts interpret these moves as Xi stepping aside to secure stability behind the scenes, potentially to prevent internal chaos or foreign intervention. Yet, the ongoing promotion and maintenance of Xi’s image in state propaganda serve to mask the real redistribution of power within the party.