Article #20630

Times of India

Times of India

Title China sentences former defence ministers to death in sweeping military graft purge Source Times of India
Description China has handed down death sentences with a two-year reprieve to former defence ministers Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu for corruption. This significant development is part of President Xi Jinping's extensive anti-graft campaign targeting the military and political elite. Both officials were found guilty of graft-related offenses, with Li Shangfu also accused of seeking improper benefits in personnel appointments.
Link https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/china/china-sentences-former-defence-ministers-to-death-in-sweeping-military-graft-purge/articleshow/130889569.cms Published At 2026-05-07 06:39:00 (1 month ago)
Created At 2026-05-07 07:04:30 Updated At 2026-05-07 07:04:30