China's Secretive Retreat: A Symptom of a Broader Power Struggle As summer heat descends upon China, the seaside resort of Beidaihe once again becomes a focal point for speculation among observers.
The annual retreat is shrouded in mystery, with Beijing confirming nothing and analysts offering varying degrees of speculation about its nature.
Beidaihe's state run guesthouses, heightened security, and proximity to Beijing have long made it an attractive subject for amateur armchair analysts and seasoned experts alike.