China’s Military Purge Exposed: 19 Deputies Dismissed Ahead of Rubber-Stamp Congress

As China prepares to convene its annual National People’s Congress—a gathering long criticized as a ceremonial facade for Communist Party decisions—19 deputies have been suddenly dismissed, including nine high-ranking military officers. The opaque announcement came just days before the session begins, raising pressing questions about internal power struggles and Beijing's tightening authoritarian grip.What Does This Military Purge Reveal About Xi Jinping’s True Agenda?The official explanation ties these removals to corruption investigations; however, a closer look reveals more strategic motives. For over a decade, President Xi has wielded an aggressive anti-corruption campaign not merely to root out graft but to systematically...