Who’s filling the big shoes left behind in China’s military clean-up drive?
- Posted on August 5, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
China's military restructuring continues as a fresh generation of lieutenant generals assumes leadership positions within the People's Liberation Army. Recent analysis of state media reports and official meetings demonstrates strategic advancement of senior officers to fill critical roles vacated during the ongoing anti-corruption campaign. This leadership transition reflects Beijing's efforts to strengthen institutional continuity while modernizing command structures within key military bodies.
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Who’s filling the big shoes left behind in China’s military clean-up drive?
New cohort of lieutenant generals has stepped up to lead key PLA bodies, SCMP analysis of state media footage from key meetings reveals.
