Chinese President Xi Jinping issued new orders on Friday to revise rules aimed at transforming the country’s military into a world-class armed force, with a focus on combat readiness and war preparation amid increasing rivalry with the US and tensions with Taiwan and neighboring countries. The revisions prioritize combat readiness as the primary duty and aim to standardize order in war preparation, training, operations, and daily life. The rules also refine the code of conduct for the military, emphasizing rewarding excellence, punishing violators, and streamlining procedures. Xi’s efforts to strengthen the military have included a significant anti-corruption campaign that has led to the punishment of over 50 top military officials since he came to power in 2012.
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French aircraft carrier stages combat drills with Filipinos in disputed sea
France's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and accompanying warships visited the Philippines after conducting combat drills in the South China Sea, showcasing their firepower in a move likely to provoke China. The Charles de Gaulle engaged in exercises with Filipino forces, including anti-submarine warfare drills and aerial combat training, emphasizing regional security cooperation. The deployment highlights France's commitment to maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and comes amid tensions in the disputed waters, where China has raised concerns...
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