Speculation is growing over the disappearance of China s Defense Minister Li Shangfu, with some suspecting that he has been purged by the regime. Li, who was appointed by Chairman Xi Jinping in March, has not been seen or heard from since August, and the government has refused to provide any explanation for his absence. This follows a pattern of disappearing leaders in China, as the regime attempts to curb personal greed and corruption. The removal of Li, if confirmed, would reflect poorly on Xi s judgment and his ability to root out corruption in the Chinese Communist Party.
Chinas list of disappearing leaders continues to grow
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China s list of disappearing leaders continues to grow
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The recent disappearance of high-ranking officials from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the People s Liberation Army (PLA) signals a purge of corruption charges that are part of the systemic culture in China. The replacement of top leaders in the PLA Rocket Force (PLARF) and Foreign Minister Qin Gang, who is alleged to have had an affair and love child, follow a well-worn pattern. However, the fact that figures outside PLARF were brought in to lead the organization shows an alarming lack of confidence in its loyalty and integrity, particularly given its important role in China s nuclear-missile arsenal.