Politics · Singapore Bureau
China removes two senior military leaders from top command body
The departure of generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli from China's top military commission has significantly depleted the leadership body. The moves leave only two active members on what was previously a seven-member commission.
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China has removed two senior military generals from its supreme military command body, marking a significant shift in the country's defence leadership structure. The removal of Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli has substantially weakened the composition of the commission, which previously comprised seven active members.
The commission, one of China's most influential military institutions, now operates with minimal active membership following the departures. President Xi Jinping remains among the retained members of the body, which plays a critical role in directing the People's Liberation Army and overseeing military strategy.
The changes reflect broader shifts within China's military establishment and come as the country continues to strengthen its defence capabilities. Such reshuffles at the highest levels of military command are often indicative of policy reassessments or leadership consolidation efforts.
The exact reasons for the removals have not been publicly disclosed, though such changes at senior levels typically involve considerations of age, tenure, or realignment with current strategic priorities. The thinned composition of the commission suggests potential restructuring of China's top military decision-making apparatus in the coming period.