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China's Military Purge Shows No Sign of Stopping

Published

2 September 2026

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operational-macro

Geography

China

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Read at dominotheory.com

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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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