OpinionPOD: Xi’s anti-corruption sweep is bringing instability to the Chinese system

China has initiated a 'zero tolerance' crackdown on corruption since 2012. To date, 14 generals, 22 lieutenant generals, and 85 major generals have been investigated and penalised.The ongoing purges are unlikely to profoundly influence China’s foreign or military policies, as decisions are made by Xi, and the country operates under a top-down approach. While Xi’s anti-corruption campaign continues to target the military, discussions circulating on Chinese internet platforms suggest that its implications may extend far beyond the armed forces and are primarily focused on eradicating corruption.The critical question remains: how long can Xi maintain centralised control without provoking growing instability within the ranks of the CCP? Sana Hashmi explains, in #ThePrint #EyeOnChina: