politics
How China’s Leader Lost Faith in His Generals
Xi Jinping Purges His Generals. Every Emperor Eventually Doubts His Army.
What Happened
The New York Times reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping has grown distrustful of senior military leadership, likely following corruption scandals and the quiet removal of several top generals — including former Defence Minister Li Shangfu and rocket force commanders — without public explanat...
What's In Your Control
Whether you read the actual long-form reporting rather than reacting to the dramatic framing of the headline. Whether you follow serious China analysts (e.g., Oriana Mastro, Andrew Erickson) rather...
