Chinas Army Must Always Be On Standby, Resolutely Defend National Sovereignty - Minister

 China's army needs to improve combat capability, always be ready for war, and resolutely defend the country's sovereignty, security and interests, Defense Minister Wei Fenghe said on Wednesday.

Defense ministry officials, including Wei, discussed the report President Xi Jinping delivered on Sunday at the opening of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CCP).

The minister said that over the past 10 years, the Chinese army had successfully overcome difficulties, made outstanding achievements and embarked on a path of modernization with Chinese characteristics all thanks to the strong leadership of the CCP Central Committee and Xi. At the same time, Wei noted that the road ahead is full of difficulties, obstacles and even adverse shocks.