Xi’s remarks during a Politburo session emphasized that combat effectiveness remains the primary metric for national defense progress. He called for an accelerated transition toward an intelligent military system, specifically requesting increased integration of unmanned technologies and advanced cyber-information networks. This strategic pivot follows reports from the London-based Independent Institute of Strategic Studies, which suggested that internal corruption purges have revealed structural deficiencies in the PLA's command capabilities.
As the military nears its centenary, the focus shifts to personnel appointments within the Central Military Commission. James Char of Singapore’s S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies noted that selecting the right leadership is now the foremost priority for the party to ensure the military remains under firm political control. While the U.S. intelligence community has tempered earlier warnings regarding a potential 2027 invasion of Taiwan, Beijing continues to maintain daily military pressure around the island. Analysts expect substantial resources will now be redirected toward high-tech modernization to secure the party's long-term defense objectives.
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