Key facts
- Cai Qi, a member of the Politburo Standing Committee, has been appointed president of the National Academy of Governance.
- The National Academy of Governance also functions as the Central Party School for training senior Chinese officials.
- Cai Qi replaces Chen Xi in the role.
- The appointment was announced by the human resources ministry.
- Cai Qi's role is considered key within the ruling Communist party.
China has officially appointed Cai Qi, a member of the elite Politburo Standing Committee, as president of the National Academy of Governance, replacing Chen Xi. The announcement was made by the human resources ministry.
The National Academy of Governance operates jointly as the Central Party School, serving as a key institution for training senior Chinese officials and shaping the ideology of the ruling Communist party. Cai Qi's new role is considered significant within the party structure.