Summary
China has removed three retired military generals from a political advisory group ahead of a major political meeting. This action is part of a broader anti-corruption campaign led by President Xi Jinping, which has seen several military and political figures dismissed recently.
Key Facts
- China took three retired generals off the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) advisory group.
- No official explanation was given for their removal.
- President Xi Jinping has been running an anti-corruption campaign since 2012.
- The CPPCC and National People's Congress are meeting in Beijing for the annual "Two Sessions."
- The removed generals are Han Weiguo, Gao Jin, and Liu Lei.
- Several other members, including a defense industry official, also faced removal.
- The dismissals are part of a broader wave of removing military officials, with 19 officials dismissed recently.
- High-ranking generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli were under investigation for serious violations.
