Chinese Delegation Attends the 2026 Asia-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference

Source: Global Times
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On the afternoon of September 4, Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, released information regarding recent military-related issues.

Reporter: According to reports, the Chinese military recently sent representatives to attend the Asia-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference jointly hosted by Canada and the United States. Please confirm and provide relevant details.

Jiang Bin: Recently, General Yang Zhibin, commander of the Eastern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army, led a delegation to Victoria, Canada, to attend the 2026 Asia-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference organized by the Canadian Armed Forces and the U.S. Pacific Command. During the conference, the Chinese side delivered a keynote speech, introducing the Chinese military's position and achievements in maintaining regional peace and stability, proposing that regional countries strengthen defense exchanges and cooperation to jointly address common challenges, and held bilateral meetings with representatives from the United States, France, Singapore, and other countries.

Classification
Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Military Operations
SALUTE Report
Size
A delegation led by General Yang Zhibin
Activity
Attending the 2026 Asia-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference and delivering a speech
Location
Victoria
Unit
People's Liberation Army Eastern Theater Command
Time
September 4, 2023
Equipment
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Summary

General Yang Zhibin led a delegation from the People's Liberation Army to attend the 2026 Asia-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference in Victoria, Canada, on September 4, 2023. During the conference, China presented its stance on maintaining regional peace and stability and proposed enhanced defense cooperation among regional nations.

Key Facts
  • China sent a delegation to the 2026 Asia-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference in Canada.
  • General Yang Zhibin led the Chinese delegation.
  • The conference was co-hosted by Canada and the United States.
  • China emphasized its commitment to regional peace and stability during the conference.
  • Bilateral meetings were held with representatives from the U.S., France, and Singapore.