China’s trade talks with the U.S. have stalled—but not because of tariffs. Behind the scenes, Beijing is in a power vaccum. Xi Jinping has vanished for over 11 days, triggering rumors of a power struggle at the top. With no one clearly in charge, the Party Elders are racing to find a successor. One man has emerged as their pick—but he’s not stepping in without conditions. He’s reportedly demanded three things before agreeing to take the job. So who is this man? What are his terms? And what does his rise mean for China, the U.S., and the global order?

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