'China investigates potential corruption of Minister of Defense'

beijing - China has launched an investigation into its Minister of Defense, according to reports from the British business newspaper Financial Times. The probe is part of a wider effort to combat corruption within the Chinese military.

Admiral Dong Jun was appointed in December 2023 following the dismissal of his predecessor due to corruption. Dong is currently under investigation as part of a broader crackdown on corruption within the Chinese military, as revealed by American officials familiar with the matter.

The Minister of Defense in China is not the most powerful military figure, but rather serves as the international face of the military. The real power lies with the Vice Chairmen of the Central Military Commission, as reported by the Financial Times.