China has appointed General Chen Hui as the new political commissar for its ground forces, signaling increased military discipline by President Xi Jinping. Chen replaces Qin Shutong and previously served in the Air Force and Aerospace Force. This move occurs amid ongoing corruption scandals and efforts by Xi to tighten his control over the military amidst heightened tensions around Taiwan.
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