Wei underlines PLA's commitment to peace

The People's Liberation Army will adamantly support regional and world peace, but will not be "bullied or preyed upon" by foreign powers into giving up national sovereignty and legitimate interests, State Councilor and Defense Minister General Wei Fenghe said on Sunday in Singapore.

Experts said Wei's speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue, a key defense summit, marked a milestone in Chinese military diplomacy as Wei showcased the PLA's confidence, positions on key issues and its sincerity and willingness to exchange and cooperate with other countries.

It is the first time in eight years that a Chinese defense minister has participated in the event.