An improvement in his image in the eyes of the Chinese people will strengthen his hand and show that he is in control, that he is no longer restrained by Jiang Zemin.

We've seen images where quite clearly they are not protected properly. We see people with bare hands, their eyes, their nose and their mouth uncovered, where they are possibly breathing in virus,

It will take time and there will be no immediate breakthroughs. But someone has to take the first step.

Taiwan probably will try to present itself as a victim of the law.

I know we need improvement. It's clear to my eyes and anyone else's eyes.

There is a bit of speculation that Mr Jiang has been pushed aside, as there are certain subtle pressures suggesting that he should step down.