Political Shake-Ups in China and Vietnam: Anti-Corruption and Power Shifts

Explore the latest political developments in China and Vietnam as anti-corruption efforts lead to the expulsion of high-ranking officials like Li Weiwei and Luo Baoming. Meanwhile, Vietnam's Communist Party sees a strategic shift with new appointments in the Politburo. Plus, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs invites German politicians to experience the real China, highlighting the importance of international relations. This episode delves into the intricate dynamics of political accountability and power consolidation in Asia.

Sources:
https://www.thepaper.cn/newsDetail_forward_30017857
https://www.backchina.com/news/2025/01/25/954952.html
https://www.thepaper.cn/newsDetail_forward_30017860
https://www.huanqiu.com/article/4LCbY5HbG0e

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:49) Li Weiwei, the former chairman of the Hunan Provincial Political Consultative Conference, was "double-opened": abandoning political responsibility and "family rot"
(00:03:54) Another Su Lin's "fellow" entered the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China
(00:07:09) The former secretary of the Hainan Provincial Party Committee Luo Baoming was expelled from the party: long-term improper relationship with political scammers
(00:10:41) Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Welcome German politicians to come to China, take a look, and feel the real China