For me it is more that the CCP doesn't need to focus on the next election (but! Xi's 3rd term etc), and instead knows its continued grip on power depends on del

For me it is more that the CCP doesn't need to focus on the next election (but! Xi's 3rd term etc), and instead knows its continued grip on power depends on delivering good and improving quality of life for Chinese citizens as a whole. They can be very clear eyed over what short term pain is required for that long term gain.