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China slams US report for ‘distorting’ defence policy, calls it 'gross interference'

A recent US Pentagon report on its military highlighted corruption issues within the Chinese Military, noting that at least 15 senior officers and defence executives were ousted between July and December 2023, potentially disrupting Beijing’s 2027 modernisation goals. Despite advancements in military capabilities, the report stated that corruption continues to pose significant challenges to China’s armed forces development.