SHANGHAI -- Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized Friday the importance of the Communist Party National Congress set for autumn 2022, in what could be interpreted as reflecting his intention to stay on as party chief for a third term.
Statement seen as hint at staying in power for 3rd term

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers his New Year's address to the nation on Dec. 31. (Xinhua via Kyodo)
SHANGHAI -- Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized Friday the importance of the Communist Party National Congress set for autumn 2022, in what could be interpreted as reflecting his intention to stay on as party chief for a third term.