Jackie Chan harbours political ambitions

Jackie Chan

Hong Kong-based Hollywood star Jackie Chan, who previously came under criticism for backing Beijing's crackdown on pro-democracy protests in the former British colony, has expressed interest in joining the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC).

Chan, 67, expressed his desire at a symposium in which Chinese film insiders spoke and shared their thoughts regarding the keynote speech delivered by President Xi Jinping, at the centenary celebrations of the party on July 1.

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At the symposium, Chan, also the vice-chairman of the China Film Association, spoke about his interest to join CPC, state-run Global Times reported. "I can see the greatness of the CPC, and it will deliver what it says, and what it promises in less than 100 years, but only a few decades," Chan said. "I want to become a CPC member," he added.

Chan has been supporter of the CPC for years and served as a member of Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) - an advisory body of professionals nominated by the party. He also drew criticism in 2019 when he criticised pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

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