Xi stresses building strong, modernized information support force

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Xi stresses building strong, modernized information support force

2024-12-05 20:48 Last Updated At：23:37

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for efforts to build a strong and modernized information support force and to realize leapfrog development of the Chinese army's network information system.

Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the statements when inspecting the information support force of the Chinese People's Liberation Army on Wednesday. The information support force is a newly established strategic branch of the military, and Xi presented a flag to the force at its establishment ceremony in April this year.

On Wednesday morning, Xi met with representatives of the information support force and had a group photo with them.

Then Xi listened to the work report of the force, and delivered an important speech.

Xi said that at present, the new round of scientific and technological revolution and military revolution are developing rapidly, the pattern of warfare is evolving at an accelerated pace, and the position and function of the network information system in modern war are unprecedentedly prominent.

First of all as a fighting force, the information support force must fully recognize the extreme importance of the construction of the network information system and the historical responsibility it bears, speed up the construction of the network information system and improve the ability to serve and support war preparations, Xi said.

Xi urged efforts to innovate the development model and actively practice it, so as to do a solid work in the construction of the network information system.

Xi called on the force to integrate and make good use of all kinds of data and information, attach great importance to network information security protection, accelerate the pace to integrate, drive and empower the system, and lead the innovation of command models and the transformation of combat methods.

Noting that the information support force is in its initial stage, Xi said it should comprehensively strengthen its self-construction, and attach importance to laying the foundation for long-term benefits, so as to lay a solid foundation for the development of the force.

Xi stressed that the Central Military Commission should strengthen overall planning, the relevant departments should take the initiative to provide guidance, and all institutions should actively cooperate to jointly build the information support force and create a new situation in the construction of the military network information system.

Six new films set to hit China's big screens on Chinese New Year's Day

2025-01-23 03:35 Last Updated At：05:17

The lineup for the 2025 Spring Festival movie season was officially revealed on Wednesday with six highly anticipated films set to hit the big screens in China on the first day of the Spring Festival on January 29.

The six films -- Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force, Ne Zha 2, Detective Chinatown 1900, Operation Leviathan, Boonie Bears: Future Return, and The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero -- span a range of genres and feature impressive creative teams.

Since pre-sales began on Jan 19, advanced sales for the holiday line-up were the fastest ever to reach 100 million yuan (about 13.8 million U.S. dollars).

At a launch ceremony for the Spring Festival movie season, held at the China National Film Museum in Beijing, the cast of each film highlighted the unique selling points of their movie.

"The viewers will not only uncover the hidden points of plot from the first installment of Creation of the Gods, but also get a real sense of the characters and their evolving relationships through a brand new theme," said Wuershan, director of the movie Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force.

Adapted from the classic Chinese martial arts novel by Jin Yong, The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero captures the essence of Chinese chivalry with its portrayal of selfless heroism.

described it as a story with stirring heroism.

"The soul-stirring and awe-inspiring heroic spirit conveyed by the film will be touching, memorable and romantic as well," said Tsui Hark, who directed the film.

The animated film Ne Zha 2 continues the adventures of hero Ne Zha -- a beloved Chinese mythological figure -- with a focus on comedy and spectacular visual effects.

Retaining its signature style, the popular detective series Detective Chinatown 1900 promises twists and turns with big production values and glittering special effects.

As China's first film about nuclear submarines, Operation Leviathan presents a broader underwater battlefield and more complex combat scenarios, offering a unique perspective on naval warfare.

The Great Hero -- the last chapter of the "Boonie Bears" sci-fi series -- combines extreme romance and bold imagination to take viewers on a futuristic adventure.

Different discount and subsidy policies for moviegoers during the Spring Festival were also announced at the launch event with local film authorities across the country organizing special events and promotions to encourage cinema visits.

Supporting institutions, including the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, China UnionPay, Maoyan Entertainment, and Taopiaopia, are expected to provide at least 600 million yuan (about 83 million U.S. dollars) in subsidies for moviegoers during the holiday season.