China’s top general ousted in corruption investigation

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Brian Rhoads,Raymond MaJanuary 26, 2026 at 10:18 AM

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China is investigating its two highest-ranking military officers, Generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, for suspected "serious violations of discipline and law." The announcement was made by the defense ministry on Saturday. Both generals are members of the Central Military Commission (CMC), the nation's top military body. Zhang, 75, is the second-highest ranking member of the CMC. This investigation is part of an ongoing anti-corruption campaign that has significantly impacted the leadership of China's military. The probe's specific details and potential consequences remain unclear.

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