The meaning of Xi’s military purge
Relations between Chinese Communist leaders and the army have always been fraught
Relations between Chinese Communist leaders and the army have always been fraught

Investigation leaves Xi Jinping in sole operational control of the People’s Liberation Army

Zhang Youxia’s downfall raises questions about PLA’s readiness for conflict over Taiwan

Analysts link removal of top commanders to change in People’s Liberation Army operations near Taiwan

President’s power play bodes badly whether it is a sign of strength or weakness

Punishment underlines severity of Xi Jinping’s sweeping purge of powerful military

Zhang Youxia under investigation after affecting ‘party’s absolute leadership over military’, PLA’s official media claims