19 deputies of China’s legislature, including 9 military officers, removed before annual meeting

Associated Press (AP)EN 3 min read 100% complete by By KEN MORITSUGUFebruary 27, 2026 at 11:23 AM

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Ahead of its annual meeting, China's legislature removed 19 deputies, including nine military officers. The announcement, made late Thursday, did not specify the reasons for the dismissals, but such actions are often linked to corruption investigations. This comes amid an ongoing anti-corruption campaign led by President Xi Jinping, which has recently targeted the military, including the removal of a top general last month. Analysts suggest the campaign also serves as a means for Xi to consolidate power and ensure loyalty. The National People's Congress meeting, a largely ceremonial event, is expected to proceed as planned, rubber-stamping decisions already made by the Communist Party.

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