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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

China’s military promotes 2 new generals after anti-corruption purge thins ranks

China Military - (Xinhua)

China's military promoted two officers to the rank of general in what may be a precursor to a reorganization at the top following the removal of several of its leaders in a long-running anti-corruption drive.

The shake-up is believed to be in part an effort to ensure the military's loyalty to China's ruling Communist Party and its leader, Xi Jinping.

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