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Xi taps military ‘hatchet man’ to rebuild China’s army command
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Context
What happened: Zhang Shengmin was promoted as the Politburo's sole military member, a move reported as Xi tapping a military "hatchet man" to rebuild China's army command.
Why it matters: The promotion comes as Xi prepares to mark the Chinese military's centenary in August 2027, according to the report.
Key numbers: Centenary in August 2027.
What changed
Zhang Shengmin was promoted as the Politburo's sole military member, a move reported as Xi tapping a military "hatchet man" to rebuild China's army command.
Why it matters
The promotion comes as Xi prepares to mark the Chinese military's centenary in August 2027, according to the report.
Key numbers: Centenary in August 2027.
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Nov 07, 2026 01:57 AM ET