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The sudden downfall of two of China’s most senior military leaders has fueled speculation that Chinese leader Xi Jinping is entering a decisive—and potentially destabilizing—phase of internal power consolidation.
Xi Jinping’s Military Purge Signals a High-Stakes Battle Inside China’s Elite Circle
The purge of two top generals has intensified speculation that Xi is confronting powerful factions long embedded in the CCP.
China's military officers stand in front of a window before a welcome ceremony in Beijing on Aug. 16, 2016. Mark Schiefelbein/Pool/AFP via Getty Images
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Michael Zhuang is a contributor to The Epoch Times with a focus on China-related topics.
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