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Analysts: Disappearance of China’s Defense Minister Speaks About Xi’s Heightened Authority Over the Military
China’s Defense Minister, Li Shangfu, has been missing for two weeks, leading to speculation of his removal by Beijing. Analysts told The News Lens this reflects President Xi Jinping's increased authority over the military and ongoing personnel restructuring.
Japan PM Kishida Reshuffles Cabinet as Popularity Wanes
Japan PM Fumio Kishida’s reshuffling of cabinet came after his declined popularity, with snap elections and the ruling party’s leadership elections on the horizon.