Hey, did you hear? China is planning to spend more on its defense! 🇨🇳🔒
At a big annual meeting, a spokesperson named Wu Qian from China’s military talked about how China’s defense spending is growing steadily and reasonably. This means they are adding a bit more money each year to their defense budget. 💰
For 2025, China plans to spend about 1.78 trillion yuan (that’s around $249 billion!) on defense. That’s a 7.2% increase from the previous year. 📈
But what will they use this money for? 🤔 Well, Wu Qian said that they want to develop new and advanced forces to protect their country. This includes things like better early warning systems, joint strikes, and support on the battlefield. 🛡️🚁
They also want to improve their military training under real combat conditions and continue making their military stronger and more efficient. 🏋️♂️
Compared to some other big countries, China’s defense spending is still relatively low when you look at things like the percentage of their total economy (GDP) or how much is spent per person in the military. 🌍💡
Wu Qian mentioned that China has some tough challenges in protecting its land and keeping its country safe. He also said that China’s controlled defense spending helps them contribute to global peace and build a better future for everyone. ✌️🌐
Reference(s):
China maintains steady, reasonable defense spending growth: Wu Qian
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