Top Defense Officials Participate in 10th Xiangshan Security Forum in China

Representatives from over 90 countries, regions, and international organizations have gathered at the Beijing International Convention Center for the three-day summit, reflecting a higher turnout compared to previous years. Among the distinguished attendees is Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, highlighting the forum's international prominence.

The agenda for this forum encompasses a wide range of crucial topics, including major countries' responsibility in global security cooperation, the role of developing countries in global security, and discussions on regional security in various parts of the world. This comprehensive approach underscores the forum's commitment to addressing multifaceted security challenges.

One noteworthy aspect of the event is the thriving cooperation between Russia and China across various spheres, with a particular emphasis on military collaboration. This partnership reinforces the forum's mission of fostering "Common Security, Lasting Peace," demonstrating the importance of international cooperation in addressing today's complex security issues.

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Zhang Youxia, Chinese general in the People's Liberation Army (PLA), salutes on stage as he delivers his opening speech at the Xiangshan Forum.

In his speech, among other issues, the general stressed that China's Army will show no mercy to those who try to break Taiwan away from China.

"Taiwan is chief among the PRC's core interests, and the 'one China' principle is the common consensus of the international community," Zhang Youxia stated.

"Whoever and in whatever form wants to break Taiwan away from China, the Chinese military will never agree to it and will show no mercy," the general added.

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Military delegates are escorted by a Chinese honor guard as they arrive to attend the opening ceremony of the Xiangshan Forum.

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Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu speaks at the 10th Beijing Xiangshan Forum.

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Forum participants enjoy the venue.

On Monday, the forum organized eight concurrent sessions, each delving into specific topics. These sessions covered a wide array of subjects, including regional security trends, security architecture, security challenges, nuclear threats, humanitarian assistance, and others.

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Visitors stand amazed at the magnitude of the event.

The event is anticipated to fully embrace the concept of a global community of a shared future, aligning with the central idea of the Global Security Initiative (GSI), as indicated by the theme "Common Security, Lasting Peace."

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China's Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission Zhang Youxia (R) and Russia's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu (C) attend the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing.

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Attendees from different countries engage in conversations at the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing.

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Forum participants enjoy a break between sessions.

Chinese military expert and TV commentator Song Zhongping emphasized that the forum's broad and record-breaking participation from countries and organizations worldwide reflects China's resonance on global security matters. He underscored the importance of prioritizing common security over unilateral security practices that may infringe upon others' security, a stance adopted by certain Western countries.