Chinese Defence Minister Gen. Li Shangfu's absence at top military meeting heightens speculation about his removal

Speculation is growing about the whereabouts of Chinese Defence Minister Gen. Li Shangfu, who has not been seen in public since early this month. Gen. Li's absence from a recent meeting of the Central Military Commission, led by President Xi Jinping, has fueled rumors of his detention. This comes after Foreign Minister Qin Gang was replaced in July, leading to speculation of government purges. Gen. Li was previously sanctioned by the US in 2018 for purchasing Russian fighter jets and missiles in violation of US sanctions.

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