China named former navy commander Dong Jun as the country's new defense minister, state-run media said Friday, after Li Shangfu, who had held the portfolio, was removed from the post in October amid speculation over his involvement in a corruption case.Dong's appointment was decided at a Standing Committee session of the National People's Congress, China's parliament, according to the official Xinhua News Agency. Since disappearing from public view in late August, no information on Li's condition has been available.With the new defense chief named, China and the United States are expected t…READ FULL ARTICLE
