Former Chinese president led out of Party Congress meeting

Video of former President Hu Jintow being unexpectedly escorted out of the ruling Communist Party Congress has drawn global attention – but little explanation.

The 79-year-old is seen sitting next to the current Chinese leader President  Xi Jinping just before he is removed from the hall by party officials.

It came at a crucial political meeting for President Xi, who is widely expected to clinch a third 5-year term as China’s leader.