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Li Shangfu
China’s Military Shakeup: What You Need to Know
An interview with Lyle Morris about China's new defense minister and what's driving arguably the biggest purge in PLA history.
The Shakeup in China’s Rocket Force Continues
By Brandon Tran
Corruption investigations have toppled top leaders of the vaunted PLA Rocket Force. But the new replacements are just as interesting as the mysterious departures.
China and the US Appear to Restart Military Talks
By Associated Press
A U.S. Defense Department official will travel to China for the Xiangshan Forum, potentially marking a new start in military relations.
China Announces Removal of Defense Minister, 2 Months After He Was Last Seen in Public
By Christopher Bodeen
Li Shangfu is the second senior Chinese official to disappear this year, following former Foreign Minister Qin Gang.
China’s Minister Purges Reflect Xi’s Personnel Dilemma
By Dan Macklin
The removal of two key ministers highlights a deficiency of suitable talent, unsatisfactory performances, and internal divisions.
The Shangri-La Dialogue Hits 20 Years With US-China Tensions at the Center
By Catherine Putz and Ankit Panda
What does the 2023 Shangri-La Dialogue tell us about Asian geopolitics?
What Will China’s New Security Initiatives Look Like?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Defense Minister Li Shangfu’s speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue was more interested in assigning blame than advancing solutions.
China Defends Buzzing American Warship in Taiwan Strait, Accuses US of Provoking Beijing
By David Rising
Defense Minister Li Shangfu's comment came after U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that Washington would not "flinch in the face of bullying or coercion" from China.
Top US, Chinese Defense Officials Vie for Influence in Asia-Pacific
By David Rising
This year's Shangri-La Dialogue comes amid a wide range of issues, including the war in Ukraine, the ongoing conflict in Myanmar, and growing tensions between China and the U.S.
Singapore to Establish Defense Communications Hotline With China
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement comes amid a fraying of relations between China and the United States, with whom the city-state enjoys good relations.
Beijing Says Chinese, US Defense Chiefs Won’t Meet at Shangri-La Dialogue
By Associated Press
The baby steps toward re-engagement will not extend to military dialogue.
Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu’s Visit to India: Impact on China-India Relations
By Tien-sze Fang
The divergence between China and India on border issues was on full display. Nevertheless, Li's visit to New Delhi still holds some positive significance.
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