On July 28, the Chinese Embassy in the UAE hosted a reception to commemorate the 99th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. The event was attended by Chinese Ambassador to the UAE Zeng Jixin, UAE Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Security and Military Affairs Salem Saeed Bin Ghafan Al Jabri, several senior representatives of the UAE Armed Forces, and more than 200 people from various sectors.
In his speech, the Defense Attaché Senior Colonel Zhang Wencheng stated that over the past 99 years, under the strong leadership of the Communist Party of China, the PLA has made significant contributions to achieving national independence, safeguarding national sovereignty, and maintaining world peace. Under the new circumstances, China will always adhere to a defensive national defense policy and resolutely oppose any attempts or actions to split China. As a steadfast force for maintaining world peace, the Chinese military will actively practice the principle of a community with a shared future for humanity. Under the strategic guidance of the leaders of China and the UAE, relations between the two countries and the two militaries have developed steadily. While facing with the complex situation in the region, China will work with the international community, guided by President Xi Jinping's "four-point proposal," to play a constructive role in ultimately achieving lasting peace in the Middle East.
The reception featured a promotional video showcasing the development and achievements of the Chinese military and its peacekeeping operations. The event was warm and friendly, with guests praising Chinese military's achievements and contributions to maintaining regional and international peace and security.