China
Xi's military purge extends to expat families

Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, on 3 September 2025.
Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, on 3 September 2025. © Xie Huanchi/Xinhua News Agency/Newscom/MaxPPP
The story behind China's latest purge (2/2) – The turmoil within the Central Military Commission is the result of a long-term political strategy. The accompanying anti-corruption campaign against those whose families live abroad is beginning to have a serious impact on the People's Liberation Army. [...]
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