A grand rally is held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, August 1, to mark the 90th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army. (Photo/Video screensnap from CCTV)
A grand rally was held Tuesday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing to mark the 90th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will deliver an important speech at the gathering.
Xi delivers important speech at rally marking PLA's 90th anniversary
Chinese President Xi Jinping began to deliver an important speech at a grand rally marking the 90th founding anniversary of the People's Liberation Army Tuesday.>>>
Xi says China rapidly developing 'strong' informationized armed forces
President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) is moving rapidly toward "strong" informationized armed forces.>>>
Xi stresses military reform, warns against rigidity, stagnation
Chinese President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) must be bold in reform and adept in innovation while staying away from rigidity and stagnation at any time and under any circumstances. >>>
Xi wants 'capable, brave and virtuous' army 'with souls'
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for a new generation of "capable, brave and virtuous" army "with souls" in order to build a strong military.
Calling political work the "lifeline" of the PLA, Xi said troops must have ironclad faith, beliefs, disciplines and responsibilities, and retain their nature and tenet as the people's army. >>>
PLA to promote community of shared future: Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged the country's armed forces to contribute to fostering a community of shared future for mankind. >>>
Xi urges armed forces to fight for the people
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged the country's armed forces to bear in mind the sacred duty of fighting for the people. >>>
Xi reaffirms CPC's absolute leadership over army
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday reaffirmed the Communist Party of China (CPC)'s absolute leadership over the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
Xi: China loves peace, but never compromises on sovereignty
China will never compromise on its sovereignty, security or development interests, President Xi Jinping said Tuesday at an Army Day celebration.
