Chinese President Xi Jinping has penned a major article outlining China’s roadmap for modernizing its national defense and military capabilities, set to publish on August 1—the 97th anniversary of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). 🎖️ Titled in Qiushi Journal, the CPC Central Committee’s flagship magazine, the piece underscores the urgency of building a “world-class military” to support China’s broader development goals.
Key Takeaways from Xi’s Article:
🚀 Tech-Driven Military: Accelerate integration of AI, mechanization, and digital systems to boost combat readiness.
✊ Party Leadership First: Reaffirms the CPC’s absolute authority over the armed forces.
🌍 Global Stability: PLA vows to protect sovereignty while contributing to international peace.
The article arrives as tensions simmer in the Taiwan Strait and beyond, with Xi highlighting the PLA’s role as a “heroic force” trusted by the nation. Analysts say the push for “intelligent” warfare capabilities could reshape Asia’s security landscape. 📈
