Wang Yang

China's President Xi Jinping claps after his speech as he and other new Politburo Standing Committee members meet with the press at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Oct. 25, 2017.

Xi's grip on China tightens with new term and no heir in sight

President Xi Jinping was formally handed a second term Wednesday, with no clear successor emerging in a revamped ruling council, cementing his grip on power and setting the stage for him to dominate China for decades to come.

Xi's grip on China tightens with new term and no heir in sight

Meet China's New Leadership

Meet China's New Leadership

Guangdong Communist Party leader angling for Chinese Politburo spot

Guangdong Communist Party leader angling for Chinese Politburo spot

Guangdong Chief Yang Contender for a Top Slot in China Leadership Transition

Guangdong Chief Yang Contender for a Top Slot in China Leadership Transition