Executive committee of communist parties, a core power organ
China has expelled Ma Xingrui from the Politburo amid Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption campaign. Multiple sources describe a purge targeting a civilian Politburo member, with allegations of corruption, power-for-seats, and abuse of power. The move signals a widening crackdown at the highest political levels.
July PMI readings show UK private sector returning to growth while manufacturing shows resilience; services growth remains uneven as consumer pressures persist