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Peking delays fill top military posts amid factional rivalries
The 49th anniversary of China’s Communist armed forces passed with no permanent leaders named for key posts after Lin Piao’s disappearance. Analysts cite rivalries and entrenched regional commanders as delays in filling top positions, including defense minister and chief of staff, while Yeh Chien-ying may assume Lin’s deputy role.
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Lin Piao
Lin
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Mongolia
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Mao Tse-tung
Mao
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