China has come out with a documentary showcasing the achievements of President Xi Jinping’s sweeping military reforms in the last five years to build a strong Army and expand China’s global influence.
The documentary comes ahead of the 19th Congress of the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), to begin here from October 18 during which Xi is set to get a second term as general secretary. As per the practice followed by the party, top leaders will get two five-year terms and retire after 68 years of age.
The eight-episode series, aired from September 29, highlights how the Chinese military has stepped forward to solve problems and reshape its organisational structure, system and work style, since Xi took over during the 18th National Congress of the CPC in 2012, state-run Xinhua agency reported.
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