Xi purges top generals for 'disloyalty'
China said Monday that it removed two top generals over allegations of disloyalty and corruption, the latest in a long series of expulsions under leader Xi Jinping.
According to Semafor, China has removed two top generals from their positions due to allegations of disloyalty and corruption. This latest purge in a series of expulsions under leader Xi Jinping sends a strong message to both military elders and Xi about challenging his authority, according to a former CIA China analyst. Zhang Youxia, who was seen as Xi's closest military ally, was among those expelled.
In a personalist system like China's, loyalty to the leader is highly valued, and strong figures who could potentially become successors are often removed. This purge could lead to a period of weak leadership following Xi, predicts China expert Minxin Pei.
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