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Beijing Xiangshan Forum Highlights Military AI Risks and Governance Rules
Chinese military media underscores the need for international guardrails on autonomous weapons while promoting Beijing's multilateral governance vision.

China, Laos Pledge Closer Defense Ties and Strategic Coordination
Dong Jun and Lao Defense Minister Khamlieng highlight a newly established trilateral strategic dialogue mechanism spanning diplomacy, defense, and security.

CMC Distributes 2026 Political and Strategy Study Guide Across the PLA
The annual theoretical text focuses on political army-building, international strategic trends, and defense modernization.

Chinese Military Commentary Ties War Readiness Directly to Political Loyalty
An official military outlet asserts that ideological discipline and party command serve as the core driver of operational capability.

China and Laos Conduct Full-Process Humanitarian Medical Drill in Vientiane
The 'Peace Train-2026' joint exercise integrated drones, robot dogs, and unmanned evacuation vehicles into disaster relief operations.

China's Commerce Ministry Responds to Remarks on CIA Intelligence Activities
Beijing signals vigilance as the Ministry of Commerce addresses public comments by US intelligence officials regarding espionage directed at China.

PLA Daily Urges Military Academies to Align Teaching With Combat Readiness
A military commentary calls on academy instructors to focus curricula on battlefield requirements amid intensifying global defense competition.

CMC Directs Overhaul of PLA Sergeant Academies for Combat Readiness
The 18-article directive by the Central Military Commission stresses deep integration between frontline combat requirements and NCO education.

Chinese Military Steps Up Holiday Readiness Across Multiple Theaters
PLA and People's Armed Police units conduct alert duties and simulated combat drills during the National Day holiday period.

Beijing and Moscow Reaffirm UN Charter Enemy State Clauses Against Japan
Commentary in PLA media cites Beijing and Moscow asserting that historical UN provisions still constrain Tokyo's defense policy.

China Convenes Lianyungang Public Security Forum to Expand Policing Ties
Public Security Minister Wang Xiaohong meets counterparts from Vietnam, Myanmar, and Papua New Guinea alongside UN and Interpol officials.

China Promotes Defense Computing Pioneer Wang Ji Ahead of PLA Centenary
Central Military Commission Vice Chairman Zhang Shengmin meets with report group as Beijing highlights high-assurance software and core technological self-reliance.