Chinese Communist Party expels two ex-defence min
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has expelled two former defence ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, in a significant anti-corruption move. The official news agency Xinhua reported the expulsions on Thursday, underscoring the party’s ongoing efforts to crack down on corruption within its ranks.News Arena Network - Beijing - UPDATED: June 28, 2024, 02:45 AM - 3 mins read
Xi Jinping’s Anti-Corruption Drive Targets Ex-Defence Heads.
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