Thursday, December 31, 2020

China Amends Its National Defense Law To Clarify Its Role In International Situations

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Global Times: New national defense law to protect China’s development interests

China's newly amended national defense law will come into effect on January 1, 2021. It was approved at a session of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, on Saturday, according to the Xinhua News Agency. 

There are several reasons why the national defense law was amended at this time. After the fresh round of military reforms, the capability of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has been remarkably improved. It is necessary for the PLA to undertake more work to defend national security, sovereignty and development interests. Furthermore, the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century. In this respect, the national defense law should adjust according to the new international situation and China's strategic changes. 

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WNU Editor: This is a blunt warning from China that they will use their military in international situations that they deem are vital to their strategic interests.

1 comment:

Jac said...

What a surprise.......especially with the coming of Joe Biden.