Zhang Shengmin

Zhang Shengmin is a Vice-Chairman of China's Central Military Commission (CMC). He is newsworthy due to his recent call for deepened political rectification, improved Communist Party conduct, and strengthened loyalty within the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This call comes amidst a significant purge of high-ranking military officials, including Zhang Youxia, another CMC Vice-Chairman, who is under investigation for alleged violations of party discipline and state laws. These purges and Zhang Shengmin's statements highlight the focus on discipline and political purity within the PLA, particularly as the centenary of the PLA approaches. The ongoing investigations and calls for rectification suggest a campaign to consolidate control and address corruption within the military ranks.