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Strongman Xi Jinping is here to stay

The transition of power in China is set to change as the leadership moves to lift a two-term limit on its presidency.
It will allow Chinese President Xi Jinping to continue to hold the trinity roles of head of state, party leader and military chief for an unlimited period of time.
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