04.12.23_Editorial

Because Xi Jinping’s flagship projects, such as the global Belt and Road Initiative or the mega-city Xiong’an, have attracted criticism and, in some cases, are even stagnating, China’s head of state is relying on proven strategies. Last week, Xi embarked on a three-day trip to the south – not entirely in the tradition of reformer Deng Xiaoping but still carrying some ambitious ideas.