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Title China's President Xi Offers Policy Stability Assurances to Business Leaders, Including Alibaba's Jack Ma

In a move aimed at restoring confidence in the Chinese economy, President Xi Jinping has pledged policy stability to private sector business leaders, including Alibaba founder Jack Ma. The meeting took place on Monday in Beijing, with state media reporting that Xi assured the audience that policies regarding the private sector would remain unchanged.

A Message of Reassurance

Xi emphasized that the Communist Party and government's approach towards the private sector has been incorporated into the socialist system with Chinese characteristics, which is how the party describes its governance. He reiterated that this approach will not change, stating unequivocally, They cannot and will not change. This message of reassurance comes as Beijing launched a crackdown on the tech sector in 2020 to break down monopolies and implement strict data regulations.

A Focus on Crackdowns

One prominent figure affected by these crackdowns is Ma, who founded Alibaba in the 1990s and was once China's richest man. He has maintained a low profile in recent years following public criticism of China's regulators and financial systems during a speech in Shanghai.

A Call for Continued Prosperity

Xi also emphasized the importance of private businesses continuing to get rich first, and then promote common prosperity, referencing a program aimed at encouraging development and reducing wealth inequality. Alibaba has previously pledged $15.5 billion to this cause, while Tencent has committed $7.7 billion.

A Mysterious Meeting

The meeting itself was shrouded in mystery, with state media initially reporting on it before subsequently deleting the report. A shorter statement was later released, omitting the names of attendees. It wasn't until a readout of the meeting carried Xi's speech that the names of some attendees were mentioned, excluding Ma.

A History of Crackdowns

Ma has faced scrutiny in the past for his comments criticizing China's regulators and financial systems during a speech in Shanghai. This led to the government scuttling Ant Group's stock market debut, forcing it to restructure by dividing it into multiple independent businesses. Alibaba was also investigated and fined $2.8 billion for breaching antitrust rules.

A Call to Prioritize Policy Stability

As China navigates its economic challenges, prioritizing policy stability is crucial for continued growth and development. With Xi's assurances, the private sector can continue to thrive while contributing to common prosperity.

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