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Top Defence Executives Expelled Amid Beijing's Anti-Corruption Push

2/4/2026

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The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress announced the removal of Liu Cangli, Luo Qi, and Zhou Xinmin, defence industry executives, from the national legislature.
Reasons for expulsion remain unclear, with no indication of investigations.
Their absence from key meetings suggests potential disciplinary action or criminal charges may follow.
The action reflects Beijing's intensified anti-corruption campaign in the defence industry over the past three years.

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The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress announced the removal of Liu Cangli, Luo Qi, and Zhou Xinmin, defence industry executives, from the national legislature.
Reasons for expulsion remain unclear, with no indication of investigations.
Their absence from key meetings suggests potential disciplinary action or criminal charges may follow.
The action reflects Beijing's intensified anti-corruption campaign in the defence industry over the past three years.