Key facts
- Chinese leader Xi Jinping promoted two generals.
- The promoted generals are now part of the Central Military Commission.
- The promotions follow a military anti-corruption investigation.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has promoted two generals to the Central Military Commission, the highest decision-making body for the People's Liberation Army. The appointments come in the wake of a significant anti-corruption investigation that has reportedly affected high-ranking military officials.
The promotions signal a consolidation of power and an effort to ensure loyalty within the military leadership as the anti-graft campaign continues.