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Xi Jinping Dismisses 19 Officials in Anti-Corruption Sweep

2/27/2026

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The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress announced the dismissal of 19 members, including nine military officers, ahead of the annual meeting.
The removals arise from corruption investigations in an anti-corruption campaign led by President Xi Jinping, aimed at reforming the military.
The National People's Congress now has 2,878 members.
Emergency Management Minister Wang Xiangxi is among those dismissed.
The congress is set to begin next Thursday.

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The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress announced the dismissal of 19 members, including nine military officers, ahead of the annual meeting.
The removals arise from corruption investigations in an anti-corruption campaign led by President Xi Jinping, aimed at reforming the military.
The National People's Congress now has 2,878 members.
Emergency Management Minister Wang Xiangxi is among those dismissed.
The congress is set to begin next Thursday.