Xi Tightens Grip on the PLA as Taiwan Pushes Asymmetric Defense Amid Shifting US Strategic Signaling
The source reports expanded PLA leadership purges that consolidate Xi Jinping’s control while potentially increasing miscalculation risk through reduced institutional debate. It also highlights Taiwan’s defense modernization efforts—especially IAMD-related initiatives—constrained by legislative budget disputes, alongside PLA advances in unmanned amphibious support and longer-range anti-ship strike concepts.