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China's Military Leadership Shakeup Amid Corruption Investigations

2/13/2026

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The Central Military Commission of China is undergoing a leadership reshuffle after most of its members were removed.
President Xi Jinping remains as chairman in his third term.
Five of the six members originally set to serve until 2027 are no longer active.
Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli are under corruption investigations.
The CMC directs strategy, development, personnel, and funding.

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Story summary

The Central Military Commission of China is undergoing a leadership reshuffle after most of its members were removed.
President Xi Jinping remains as chairman in his third term.
Five of the six members originally set to serve until 2027 are no longer active.
Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli are under corruption investigations.
The CMC directs strategy, development, personnel, and funding.