China says key plenum will be held in October

China said the CPC Central Committee’s fourth plenum will be held in October in Beijing. The meeting is expected to focus on proposals related to the 15th Five-Year Plan for 2026–2030, and will include reporting from the Political Bureau. Chinese officials also indicated the plenum will address the country’s economic situation and outline priorities for the second half of the year. The announcement signals heightened policy planning as China prepares for new planning cycle decisions.