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Xi Jinping's Consolidation of Power and Human Rights Concerns
This chapter examines Xi Jinping's consolidation of power in China and its impact on the Uyghur population in Xinjiang, highlighting the government's crackdown on dissent framed as anti-extremism. It contrasts Xi's leadership style with that of Mao Zedong, emphasizing his systematic approach to governance amid global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. The narrative explores Xi's strategies to enhance legitimacy and reshape international perceptions of authoritarianism.
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