Socialising with 'wrong people' led to government ousters: PLA warns its personnel
The People's Liberation Army (PLA) has advised Chinese military personnel to be cautious about their associations, warning that socializing with the wrong people has led to some leaders being removed from their positions. The PLA Daily, a state-run publication, emphasized the need for cadres to "purify their social circle" and practice "physical isolation" to avoid dangers and temptations. This commentary comes after the recent removal of Qin Gang as foreign minister due to an extramarital affair and the disappearance of defense minister Li Shangfu amid a graft investigation.