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Central military commission

The CCP's Central Military Commission is also elected by the Central Committee and exercises authority over the military through the General Political Department of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Since 1982 the party Central Military Commission has had a counterpart organization in the state Central Military Commission. In fact, the leadership of both bodies is identical. Nevertheless, because the party Central Military Commission reports directly to the powerful Central Committee, it is the authoritative body in matters of military policy.

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You can read more regarding this subject on the following websites:

Central Military Commission (China) - Wikipedia
Central Military Commission | Chinese Leaders
Central Military Commission - China Military Forces
Why China's Central Military Commission Got Downsized
Chairman of the Central Military Commission - Wikipedia


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