China Appoints Naval Commander As New Defence Minister After Li Shandfu’s Removal Without Explanation

Beijing: Ending months of speculation, China has named former naval commander Dong Jun as its new defence minister, two months after removing his predecessor Li Shangfu from the role, CNN reported on Friday.Notably, Li was removed "without explanation" after a prolonged absence from public view.The top body of China’s "rubber-stamp" legislature announced Dong’s appointment, following their final
Beijing: Ending months of speculation, China has named former naval commander Dong Jun as its new defence minister, two months after removing his predecessor Li Shangfu from the role, CNN reported on Friday.Notably, Li was removed "without explanation" after a prolonged absence from public view.The top body of China’s "rubber-stamp" legislature announced Dong’s appointment, following their final
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