BEIJING, July 31 (Xinhua) -- China will steadily reform national defense and the army and constantly modernize the military forces, said China's Minister of National Defense.
Defense minister Liang Guanglie made the remarks at a reception here Sunday celebrating the 84th founding anniversary of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
August 1 every year is China's Army Day.
"In the world today, peace, development and cooperation remains the trend of the times. However, world peace and development faces multiple challenges. China is going through unprecedented and extensive social changes," said Liang.
He said the army faces more arduous and heavier tasks and should stay alert to challenges.
Read More at XinhuaNet.com