Chinese Civilian Officials Don Military Uniforms in Show of Support for Military
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Chinese civilian officials recently appeared in military uniforms at provincial events to show support for the military and promote military-civilian integration.
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The aim was to keep officials alert to security threats and not become complacent.
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It's a reminder of the threats China faces and to get buy-in for military recruitment and militia training.
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Civilian officials play a support role for the military in areas like recruitment and supporting troops.
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These military affairs meetings are held regularly at the provincial and county levels to improve military-civilian coordination.