On Friday, President Xi Jinping visited the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Northern Theater Command, extending heartfelt Spring Festival greetings to all servicemen and women. As the Chinese Lunar New Year approaches on January 29 this year, the atmosphere was filled with anticipation and camaraderie.
President Xi, who also serves as general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), met with officers and soldiers at the command headquarters. He later connected via video link with representatives from troops across the military, bringing festive wishes on behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the CMC.
During his visit, troops briefed President Xi on their combat readiness duties and mission execution status. Acknowledging their dedication, Xi expressed his appreciation for their hard work and emphasized the importance of maintaining vigilance. \"Bolster the enforcement of your combat readiness duties,\" he urged, \"so as to effectively respond to any emergencies and safeguard national security and social stability during the holidays.\"
The visit highlighted the PLA's commitment to readiness and the welfare of its members during the festive season. President Xi's engagement underscored the significance of the military's role in ensuring peace and stability, especially during a time when families nationwide gather to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
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President Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to all servicemen
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