27 February 2026 - clearing the decks

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China's gang boss Xi has been swapping out top generals like nobody's business. Analysts are saying it'll cause temporary disorganization and should delay Taiwan plans. But how does Xi think of it? Is he pruning for optimal growth, or clearing the decks for action?

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