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High-ranking military official in China suspended and placed under investigation


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, November 29th 2024 at 2:30 GMT by Brian Stokes   Print publication without navigation

  • A member of China's powerful Central Military Commission has been suspended and put under investigation, the country's Defense Ministry said Thursday. Miao Hua was director of the political work department on the commission,

A high-ranking military official in China, identified as Li Shangfu, the Defense Minister, has been suspended from his duties and is currently under investigation. This action was taken amid a broader anti-corruption campaign within the Chinese military, focusing on the procurement of military equipment. Li, who was appointed in March 2023, has not been seen publicly for several weeks, fueling speculation about his status. The investigation reportedly involves allegations of corruption related to military contracts and equipment purchases. This move is part of President Xi Jinping's ongoing efforts to root out corruption within the People's Liberation Army (PLA), which has seen several high-profile military figures being scrutinized or removed from their positions in recent years.

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