China's Defense Minister Under Investigation for Corruption

China's Defense Minister Dong Jun is reportedly under investigation for corruption, making him the third consecutive Chinese defense minister to face such allegations. This information comes from a Financial Times report citing current and former U.S. officials, though Chinese authorities have dismissed the report as 'just shadow-chasing.' Dong's predecessors, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, were also removed from their positions amid similar corruption scandals. The probe is part of a broader anti-corruption campaign led by Chinese President Xi Jinping, targeting top ranks of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Despite the reports, Chinese officials have yet to confirm the investigation, and the specific nature of the allegations against Dong remains unclear. This ongoing anti-corruption campaign has resulted in the removal of several high-ranking military officials, raising questions about the stability and future capabilities of the PLA.