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flag On Dec. 22, 2025, Xi Jinping promoted two generals to top military ranks, reshaping China’s defense leadership.

flag On December 22, 2025, Chinese President Xi Jinping promoted two senior military officers to the rank of general, the highest active-duty rank in the People's Liberation Army, during a ceremony in Beijing. flag Gen. Yang Zhibin was appointed commander of the Eastern Theater Command, overseeing Taiwan-related operations, while Gen. Han Shengyan took command of the Central Theater Command, responsible for defending Beijing and surrounding regions. flag The promotions, announced by CMC vice chairman Zhang Youxia and signed by Xi, mark a key leadership shift within China’s military command structure, following the removal of several high-ranking officials earlier in the year amid an ongoing anti-corruption campaign. flag The event highlighted continued personnel changes under Xi’s leadership, though specific reasons for the reshuffle were not disclosed.

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