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What Do the Latest Purges Mean for China’s Military?

What Do the Latest Purges Mean for China’s Military?

By Duncan Bartlett
The dismissal of senior commanders creates a sense of “chaos and disarray,” says a leading defense expert. 

China’s Military Shakeup: What You Need to Know

China’s Military Shakeup: What You Need to Know

An interview with Lyle Morris about China's new defense minister and what's driving arguably the biggest purge in PLA history.
The Shakeup in China’s Rocket Force Continues

The Shakeup in China’s Rocket Force Continues

By Brandon Tran
Corruption investigations have toppled top leaders of the vaunted PLA Rocket Force. But the new replacements are just as interesting as the mysterious departures.

China and the US Appear to Restart Military Talks

China and the US Appear to Restart Military Talks

By Associated Press
A U.S. Defense Department official will travel to China for the Xiangshan Forum, potentially marking a new start in military relations.

China Announces Removal of Defense Minister, 2 Months After He Was Last Seen in Public

China Announces Removal of Defense Minister, 2 Months After He Was Last Seen in Public

By Christopher Bodeen
Li Shangfu is the second senior Chinese official to disappear this year, following former Foreign Minister Qin Gang.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

China’s Minister Purges Reflect Xi’s Personnel Dilemma

China’s Minister Purges Reflect Xi’s Personnel Dilemma

By Dan Macklin
The removal of two key ministers highlights a deficiency of suitable talent, unsatisfactory performances, and internal divisions.

The Shangri-La Dialogue Hits 20 Years With US-China Tensions at the Center

The Shangri-La Dialogue Hits 20 Years With US-China Tensions at the Center

By Catherine Putz and Ankit Panda
What does the 2023 Shangri-La Dialogue tell us about Asian geopolitics?
What Will China’s New Security Initiatives Look Like?

What Will China’s New Security Initiatives Look Like?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Defense Minister Li Shangfu’s speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue was more interested in assigning blame than advancing solutions.

China Defends Buzzing American Warship in Taiwan Strait, Accuses US of Provoking Beijing

China Defends Buzzing American Warship in Taiwan Strait, Accuses US of Provoking Beijing

By David Rising
Defense Minister Li Shangfu's comment came after U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that Washington would not "flinch in the face of bullying or coercion" from China.

Top US, Chinese Defense Officials Vie for Influence in Asia-Pacific

Top US, Chinese Defense Officials Vie for Influence in Asia-Pacific

By David Rising
This year's Shangri-La Dialogue comes amid a wide range of issues, including the war in Ukraine, the ongoing conflict in Myanmar, and growing tensions between China and the U.S.

Singapore to Establish Defense Communications Hotline With China

Singapore to Establish Defense Communications Hotline With China

By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement comes amid a fraying of relations between China and the United States, with whom the city-state enjoys good relations.
Beijing Says Chinese, US Defense Chiefs Won’t Meet at Shangri-La Dialogue

Beijing Says Chinese, US Defense Chiefs Won’t Meet at Shangri-La Dialogue

By Associated Press
The baby steps toward re-engagement will not extend to military dialogue.

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