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Political Commissars of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force

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Knowing one’s counterparts, who they are, how they got there, and who their replacements might be, is important to both leadership and organizations alike. This report provides an overview of the political commissars of the PLA Air Force and is a companion to CASI’s report on the commanders of the PLAAF.
This report provides an overview of his predecessors, his career, how PCs are selected, and the role that the PLA Air Force Political Commissar plays. It also identifies the nine PLAAF officers who are eligible to replace him in 2021; however, a current non-Air Force officer could also be selected.

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