On Friday, President Xi Jinping inspected the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Northern Theater Command ahead of the upcoming Spring Festival, bringing festive greetings and emphasizing the importance of combat readiness during the holiday season.
As the general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), President Xi extended his warm wishes on behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the CMC to all service personnel of the PLA, the People's Armed Police Force, civilian personnel in the military, as well as members of the militia and reserve forces.
The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese Lunar New Year, which falls on January 29 this year, is a time for family reunions and nationwide celebrations. However, President Xi emphasized that the security of the nation remains paramount, urging troops to remain vigilant.
During his visit to the Northern Theater Command on Friday morning, President Xi met with officers and soldiers, acknowledging their dedication and hard work. He then connected via video link with representatives of troops across the military, where he was briefed on their combat readiness duties and mission execution statuses.
\"Your commitment to safeguarding our nation's security and social stability is highly commendable,\" President Xi told the troops. \"Even during the holidays, we must bolster our combat readiness to effectively respond to any emergencies.\"
He encouraged the forces to maintain a high state of alert, ensuring that all measures are in place to protect the country's sovereignty and the well-being of its people during the festive season.
President Xi's visit underscores the importance the Chinese leadership places on national defense and the readiness of its military forces, even during times of national celebration.
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President Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to all servicemen
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