China's Former Defence Minister Expelled Over Corruption Allegations

China's Communist Party, led by President Xi Jinping, expelled former Defence Minister Gen. Li Shangfu for corruption and has initiated prosecution proceedings. Li, previously head of the Rocket Force, was expelled from the Party and military after an investigation found that he accepted bribes and violated Party discipline.

In a significant move, China's ruling Communist Party, under President Xi Jinping, expelled former defence minister Gen. Li Shangfu on Thursday for alleged corruption. Official prosecution has been launched against Li, who was dramatically sacked months ago.

The CPC leadership accused Li, 66, of serious violations of Party discipline and law, as reported by state-run Xinhua news agency. Li, who had led the People's Liberation Army's crucial Rocket Force, disappeared from public view last year, leading to corruption investigation speculations.

Reports reveal that Li misused his positions to derive benefits for himself and others and accepted large sums of money and gifts in return, leading to allegations of both bribe-taking and offering bribes. His actions caused significant damage to the Party, national defence, and the military's image.

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