Wire · operational-macro
China's Military Purge Shows No Sign of Stopping
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China
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Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
China's leader Xi Jinping continues a sweeping purge of top military officials within the Central Military Commission and other senior military ranks, removing key generals and consolidating power ahead of new leadership appointments expected in 2027.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
China’s military shake-up marks a power grab that will destabilise established networks and open gaps in leadership quality. You must reassess your risk assumptions if you rely on China’s military stability or partnerships.
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