In a significant development within China's defense establishment, nine senior military officials including He Weidong and Miao Hua have been expelled from the Communist Party of China (CPC) and military ranks for serious disciplinary violations. The announcement came Friday from Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang, marking one of the highest-profile anti-corruption actions in recent years.
He Weidong, a Political Bureau member of the CPC Central Committee and vice chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), along with CMC member Miao Hua, former head of the military's Political Work Department, now face criminal prosecution. Their cases have been transferred to military procuratorial authorities for formal legal proceedings.
The expulsions underscore Beijing's continued emphasis on military discipline amid ongoing reforms to modernize the People's Liberation Army. Analysts suggest this move reinforces President Xi Jinping's longstanding anti-corruption campaign, particularly within strategic defense sectors.
For global observers, the development offers insights into China's internal governance mechanisms, while business stakeholders note its potential implications for defense procurement processes. The Asian diaspora community follows such developments closely as indicators of political stability in their homeland.
