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Zhang Youxia

Zhang Youxia

People's Liberation Army general

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  • Sep 22

    China expels top military leaders Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli from Communist Party

    The Chinese Communist Party Politburo expelled General Zhang Youxia and General Liu Zhenli over corruption and faction-building allegations, referring both cases to military prosecutors ahead of high-level diplomatic talks.

  • Jul 25

    China investigates former CSRC vice-chair Fang Xinghai for 'serious violations' as financial crackdown widens

    The investigation, announced on 24 July 2026, follows a nearly year-old probe into former CSRC chair Yi Huiman and extends a sweeping anti-corruption campaign that has reached senior military ranks.

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