Elite path for China’s returning students, CCP promotions: 5 weekend reads you missed

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China narrows the path to elite official training scheme for overseas graduates 2. Are the latest party promotions a sign of a new political trend in China? 3. Soft power on display as China’s first lady Peng Liyuan hosts German counterpart 4. Can Connie Chan become San Francisco’s first...