Xi Calls for Military Unity Amid Speculation Over Missing Officials

Xi Jinping called for unity and stability in China's military during an inspection in northeast China.
Speculation mounting over absence of officials including former foreign minister Qin Gang, former Rocket Force generals, and defense minister Li Shangfu.
Li Shangfu's last public appearance was August 29. His whereabouts now unknown.
In July, Xi ousted several top officials without explanation, including foreign minister Qin Gang.
China's military launched an inquiry into historical corruption cases related to hardware procurement going back 5+ years.

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