In a significant development on China’s Army Day, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, is set to publish an influential article on modernizing national defense and the armed forces. The article will appear in this year's 15th issue of the Qiushi Journal, the flagship magazine of the CPC Central Committee.
Coinciding with the 97th founding anniversary of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), Xi’s article underscores the strategic imperative of developing a world-class military to build a modern socialist country in all respects. He emphasizes the importance of upholding the Party's absolute leadership over the armed forces, a cornerstone for ensuring the PLA's effectiveness and loyalty.
The article highlights the necessity of integrating mechanization, informatization, and intelligent advancements within the military framework. By accelerating the modernization of organizational structures, personnel, and weaponry, Xi envisions a PLA that is not only technologically advanced but also highly adaptable to contemporary warfare demands.
Furthermore, Xi calls for enhanced training and combat preparedness to ensure that the military is always ready to defend the nation’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. He portrays the PLA as a heroic force that enjoys the full trust of both the Party and the people, poised to make greater contributions to world peace and development.
This publication marks a pivotal moment in China’s military evolution, reflecting a commitment to strengthening national defense capabilities while promoting stability and peace on a global scale.
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Xi Jinping's article on modernizing national defense to be published
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