Xi: Upgrade military, defense in new era

Xi said the military should organize and arrange its training activities in accordance with what will be needed to win a war. It should also speed up implementation of important projects and construction of high-level strategic deterrence and joint combat systems.

He called on the military to use scientific and technological innovation to drive its development and mobilize all available resources to foster creativity and originality in the defense technology sector.

Reforms in the defense system and the armed forces must continue as scheduled, and personnel management should be improved to attract and train talented people, according to the president.

In addition, Xi told the armed forces to strengthen their project management, such as feasibility studies and review and approval procedures. They should improve planning and coordination for major projects. Standards in examination of responsibilities, time management, quality checks and project supervision should be strictly followed, he added.

The president also told the military to accelerate the establishment of a modern asset management mechanism to better utilize its resources.

Six deputies from the armed forces shared their thoughts and suggestions on topics such as innovation of the defense technology industry, new combat forces and reform in personnel management.