How Xi Jinping dismantled the power of China's most senior military general
The fall of Xu Caihou marked a turning point in Chinese politics, demonstrating that even the highest-ranking military leaders were not immune to prosecution. This video explores the rise and eventual disgrace of one of China's most powerful military figures within the People's Liberation Army.
Xu Caihou was a central figure in the anti-corruption campaign led by Xi Jinping. As a member of the People's Liberation Army—the world's largest and second most powerful military—Xu's downfall signaled a significant shift in the status quo. The Party maintains control over this massive force through the Central Military Commission, which is composed of the nation's most senior generals and party members.
Corruption within the Chinese military remains a largely unexplored subject, effectively treated as a state secret. By targeting Xu, Xi Jinping demonstrated that no position, regardless of its military or political standing, provided protection from his anti-corruption efforts. The video examines the trajectory of Xu's career and the circumstances that led to his eventual prosecution.
