Political Assessment of Threat Capabilities Political Power and Stability China's political landscape is characterized by the centralized control of the Communist Party of China (CPC), which exerts significant influence over all aspects of governance, including cyber activities. The CPC's dominance ensures a unified and coordinated approach to national security, with cyber capabilities being a key element of China's strategic objectives. Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China has intensified its focus on cyber sovereignty and the development of domestic technological capabilities.The political stability of China, combined with its authoritarian governance model, allows for the efficient mobilization of resources towards enhancing cyber capabilities. The Chinese government has implemented a series of policies and initiatives aimed at strengthening its cyber infrastructure and promoting technological innovation. These efforts are supported by a robust legal and regulatory framework that facilitates state control over cyberspace and information flow. Policy and Strategy