Published: Dec 25, 2025, 08:19 IST | Updated: Dec 25, 2025, 08:19 IST
China’s Military Shake-Up: Several top PLA officials were notably absent from a high-profile military event led by President Xi Jinping, as Beijing intensifies its anti-corruption campaign within the armed forces . The purge is seen as part of Xi’s efforts to strengthen his grip on the military and eliminate potential rivals, reflecting deeper political and institutional changes in China’s defense establishment .