Winnie the poo has spent that 15 years taking out any threats to his rule. All that is left are yes men. It’s reported that he didn’t know about the rolling blackouts China was experiencing several years ago until someone from a US delegation asked him about them.
He’s killed the messenger soo many times that no one wants deliver the message let alone advise him on the best course of action. He may be smart with good political skills but he can’t be an expert on everything.