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Reforming the PLA: Challenges and Corruption

This chapter delves into the historical context of Xi Jinping's control over the PLA, tracing back to Deng Xiaoping's reforms in the 1980s that diminished military power yet allowed corruption to flourish. It examines the struggles faced by Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao to transition the PLA into a more disciplined entity, amidst a backdrop of entrenched corruption and a culture of complicity. Ultimately, the chapter outlines ongoing reform efforts aimed at reducing corruption and improving military effectiveness, while acknowledging the persistent systemic challenges due to the absence of external oversight.

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