An article by Chinese state media Xinhua News titled, “A Preview of the 2021 Two Sessions: China’s Signals at a Juncture in History,” was recently posted in the exclusive spot reserved for coverage of Xi Jinping, meaning it carried unusual weight. The term “Two Sessions” refers to the annual plenary sessions of the CCP’s national-level political decision-making organizations. The article’s title directly points out that this is a preview of the 2021 Two Sessions, which naturally serves the purpose of spreading the CCP’s propaganda and setting the tone for the Two Sessions.  The wording “juncture in history” is intriguing. However, it’s difficult to say whether it implies an opportunity or a challenge. The article does not present any content of opportunities, and the “signals” released are hardly bright, more like a temporary respite under heavy pressure. China has indeed reached a critical “juncture” in its history, which is also a …