SHORT:
President Xi Jinping highlighted the importance of fighting corruption and improving military skills, which is part of his ongoing effort to clean up the armed forces.
This effort is sometimes seen as a way to remove opponents. Recent moves have resulted in the dismissal of top officials in the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), including Miao Hua.
In a speech to the new Information Support Force, Xi urged for strong discipline and anti-corruption efforts to ensure loyalty. The force aims to enhance the PLA’s control over cyber, information, logistics, and space operations, especially in the face of increasing tensions, particularly with Taiwan.
