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China's Military Purge: Generals Ousted Amid Anti-Corruption Drive

3/3/2026

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The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference removed three retired military generals amid a broader purge.
This follows the ousting of nine military officials from the National People's Congress last week.
The removals coincide with the Two Sessions beginning March 4, as President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption drive intensifies.
Experts suggest the resulting PLA vacancies may hinder large operations against Taiwan, while defense spending remains the Asia-Pacific's largest.

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The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference removed three retired military generals amid a broader purge.
This follows the ousting of nine military officials from the National People's Congress last week.
The removals coincide with the Two Sessions beginning March 4, as President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption drive intensifies.
Experts suggest the resulting PLA vacancies may hinder large operations against Taiwan, while defense spending remains the Asia-Pacific's largest.