Beijing - Chinese President Xi Jinping conducted an assessment of the 78th Group Army in the northeastern region of the country, emphasizing the imperative to comprehensively bolster the combat readiness of China's armed forces.

This inspection by Xi, who holds the positions of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, highlights various critical aspects of China's military strategy and preparedness.

China has recently engaged in renewed military exercises and demonstrations of strength in response to what it perceives as external threats, particularly from the United States and its allies.

As tensions escalate, Beijing seems to be demonstrating its military capabilities to convey political messages and assert its global presence.

During his visit to the 78th Group Army, President Xi seized the opportunity to meet with representatives of the group army and commend the military and armed police forces for their swift and courageous involvement in disaster relief operations when floods struck the northern and northeastern regions of China.

Enhancing Combat Preparedness

President Xi also emphasized the need to elevate the level of combat preparedness within the military. To achieve this objective, he called for intensified training in key and challenging areas and the development of new combat capabilities.

In addition to combat readiness, President Xi underscored the significance of strengthening Party building. He also placed emphasis on maintaining a high level of integrity and unity among military personnel to ensure stability and security.

It is noteworthy that these actions align with China's broader initiatives to consolidate its military strength and unity.

China's Pursuit of Military Modernization

China has also been actively pursuing military modernization, intensifying its military exercises and drills to showcase its growing military capabilities.

"We need to accelerate the acquisition of new equipment and the development of new forces to enhance our combat capabilities and integrate them into the overall combat system," Xi conveyed to the People's Liberation Army Air Force's western theatre command during a prior interaction.

US-China Rivalry

The United States has also been expanding its regional deployments and strengthening ties with allies, leading to calls from Chinese officials for caution near China's coastlines. Xi's new directives underscore China's commitment to enhancing its military preparedness and modernization efforts, highlighting the evolving dynamics in the region.