21世纪经济报道·2025-06-26 15:26Core Viewpoint - Alibaba has streamlined its partner list, reducing the number of partners from 26 to 17, reflecting a focus on core business and active transformation [1][2][4]. Summary by Sections Partner Changes - Nine partners have retired, including notable figures such as Peng Lei and Dai Shan, who are founders of Alibaba. No new partners have been added [1][2]. - The current partners mainly consist of key business leaders and technical heads, including the Chairman and CEO, as well as leaders from various business units [4]. Historical Context - The number of partners has decreased significantly over the years, from a peak of 38 to the current 17, indicating a trend of reducing the partner group [4][5]. - The partner system was established in 2013 to ensure that those in control of the company adhere to Alibaba's mission and culture [5]. Strategic Focus - Since 2023, Alibaba has been undergoing significant changes, concentrating on e-commerce and "AI + Cloud" as its main business areas while divesting non-core assets [4]. - The recent changes in the partner list reflect Alibaba's current market environment and strategic direction [5].