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PEOPLE'S LIBERATION ARMY

OVERVIEW

The central government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) is the most powerful authority in China under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). The CPC's legal power is enshrined in the PRC's Constitution, and as such, it is endowed with control of the state, military, economy, and media. Thus, for all intents and purposes, the CPC is the true government of the PRC.

ORGANIZATION

STRUCTURE

Central Military Commission
Joint Staff Department
Political Work Department
Logistics Support Department
Training & Administration Dept.
Nat. Def. Mobilization Dept.
Discipline Inspection Commission
Politics & Law Commission
Science & Technology Commission
Agency for Office Administration
Audit Office
Reform & Organization Office
Strategic Planning Office
Int. Mil. Cooperation Office
Equipment Development Dept.
Navy
Air Force
People's Armed Police
Coast Guard
Maritime Militia
National Defense University
Academy of Military Science
National University of Def. Tech.
Strategic Support Force
Rocket Force

THEATER COMMANDS

Eastern Theater Command
Central Theater Command
Western Theater Command
Southern Theater Command
Northern Theater Command

SENIOR LEADERS

STRATEGY & POLICY

HISTORY

The central government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) is the most powerful authority in China under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC). The CPC's legal power is enshrined in the PRC's Constitution, and as such, it is endowed with control of the state, military, economy, and media. Thus, for all intents and purposes, the CPC is the true government of the PRC.

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