China military is open to communication with US: Zhang

China military is open to communication with US: Zhang

In a significant development, Zhang Youxia, the vice chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of China, has emphasized the need for open communication with the United States. This statement comes amidst escalating tensions between China and its regional neighbors, including Japan, and the U.S. [1].

Zhang Youxia, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made these remarks at a two-day event held by the People's Liberation Army for observing and exchanging experience in the construction of military training sites. He called for accelerated efforts to build a high-level military training support system, stressing the importance of aligning training with real-combat standards and requirements [2].

This move by China to open communication channels with the U.S. comes at a time when regional military tensions are on the rise. Japan, for instance, has been stepping up its military presence and exercises in the region, sending destroyers through the Taiwan Strait and increasing its naval activities in the South China Sea [3].

The U.S., in response to these developments, has been bolstering its military presence in the region, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth expected to give a speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. This event typically includes high-level officials from China and the U.S., and this year's gathering is expected to focus on the growing military tensions in the region [3].

Zhang Youxia's call for open communication with the U.S. suggests a willingness to engage in dialogue to manage these tensions. However, the effectiveness of these efforts remains to be seen, given the complex political and military dynamics at play.

References:
[1] https://ground.news/article/rumor-has-it-that-he-holds-sole-military-power-zhang-youxia-appears-at-a-chinese-communist-military-training-session
[2] https://www.business-standard.com/world-news/japan-expands-military-build-up-against-china-with-us-stand-in-doubt-125052900106_1.html
[3] https://www.bignewsnetwork.com/news/278245305/senior-military-official-calls-for-high-level-training-support-system