China Promotes General Zhang Shengmin to Politburo

• General Zhang Shengmin, a key player in the military's anti-corruption drive, has been promoted to the Politburo.
• This marks the first time in over three decades that the Politburo has been restocked.
• Zhang Shengmin was previously the military's anti-corruption chief until July this year.
• The promotion comes as China prepares to unveil new leadership at a congress next year.
• Zhang Shengmin was also promoted to vice-chair of the Central Military Commission last year.