Xi Jinping Consolidates Control Through Military Purges
January 24 – March 8, 2026
President Xi Jinping has systematically purged top generals to consolidate his authority over the People's Liberation Army. This restructuring aims to enforce absolute political loyalty as China prepares its military forces for potential future conflict.
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