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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
BEIJING, Dec. 11 (Xinhua) — Having established itself as an influential voice on Chinese social media through its timely release of information, China's Ministry of Defense is now reaching a global audience through its newly launched X account.
An account called "China's Ministry of Defense," which appeared this week, posted photos of joint Chinese-Singaporean military exercises and a video documenting medical services provided to Jamaicans on a Chinese Navy hospital ship. In just a few days, these posts have garnered over 4 million views.
"Follow us to learn more about China's national defense in the new era," X's account profile reads. The call has already resonated with readers, one of whom commented, "Congratulations! Can't wait to learn more about the Chinese military."
Among its many functions, the Ministry of Defense serves as a key channel for public information on China's military affairs. In addition to holding regular press briefings, the ministry manages accounts on major Chinese social media platforms such as Weibo, where it publishes statements from its official spokespeople and posts videos of People's Liberation Army (PLA) training and exercises. Its Weibo account currently has over 8 million followers.
The Chinese armed forces had previously opened accounts on international social media. Earlier this year, the PLA Navy launched its official accounts on X and YouTube. These platforms published extensive content about the military, including reports on Chinese aircraft carrier training.
"Through these platforms, users around the world can leave comments and interact directly to stay informed about the developments of the PLA, which helps dispel misunderstandings or misconceptions about the Chinese armed forces," said military expert Zhang Junshe.
His opinion echoes the original purpose for which the Ministry of Defense launched its X account.
As the account's debut video states, "Peace is the common aspiration and lofty goal of humanity. The Chinese military has always been a reliable force defending world peace." -0-
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