# Dongshan Island

On Dongshan’s ‘Hero Island’, a New Year Reunion Reforges Civil‑Military Bonds

On Dongshan Island, local officials, volunteers and a company staged a New Year visit to the home of a military family, blending ceremonial warmth with practical welfare. The event illustrates how China’s local authorities use community action to support servicemen’s families, bolster civil‑military ties and demonstrate delivery of veterans’ services.