PLA Drills Part of Show of Force: Experts

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The picture shows the PLA's SM-15 missile-launched fighter and SM-15 electronic warfare aircraft at the Zhuhai Air Show in November 2024. Photo: Central News Agency (file photo) Newtalk News The New York Times reported today that while China's military may appear unprecedentedly powerful, General Secretary Xi Jinping's crackdown on military corruption has led to the PLA experiencing its most severe leadership turmoil. Several experts have analy…

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The New York Times reported today that while China's military may appear unprecedentedly powerful, General Secretary Xi Jinping's crackdown on corruption within the armed forces has led to the People's Liberation Army experiencing its most severe leadership turmoil. Several experts believe this crackdown could impact combat effectiveness, weaken command confidence in the military, and prompt Beijing to reconsider any attack on Taiwan.