On the occasion of the 97th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, from the deep blue sea to the training ground in a foreign country, from the festive celebration ceremony to the war ridden peacekeeping mission area, the Chinese military has traveled all over Africa, Europe, South America and other continents. Experts interviewed by Global Times reporters stated that the Chinese military is increasingly going global, demonstrating the confidence and openness of China and its military, as well as the willingness and ability of the Chinese military to work together with all parties to address international and regional security challenges. From late July to mid August, the Chinese military conducted the "Peaceful Unit-2024" joint exercise with the armies of Tanzania and Mozambique to participate in joint anti-terrorism exercises in Africa. This joint exercise is themed "Joint Counter Terrorism Military Action" and will be conducted in both land and sea directions. This is the first time that China and African countries have organized exercises involving both land and sea branches, aiming to explore a new model of Sino foreign joint exercises and training. On July 28, 2024 local time, in Vladivostok, Russia, the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy Dragon Tiger Mountain Ship made its debut in the military parade of the Russian Navy Day. On July 30th local time, the "Peace United-2024" joint exercise conducted joint professional training at the Mapinga Comprehensive Training Center in Tanzania. Around the training courses on the operation and use of reconnaissance equipment and flamethrowers, the Chinese side organized joint training on multiple professional courses for participating officers and soldiers through theoretical explanations, observation demonstrations, practical operations, and experience exchanges. In the training session on the operation and use of reconnaissance equipment, Chinese participants first demonstrated the attack and reconnaissance methods of unmanned aerial vehicles and individual battlefield radars, and had close exchanges with Tanzanian officers and soldiers on the new combat concepts and ideas of unmanned intelligent equipment. Military expert Zhang Junshe stated in an interview with Global Times that the "Peace and Solidarity 2024" exercise focuses on non-traditional security areas such as counter-terrorism and anti piracy. The joint anti-terrorism military exercise has significant practical significance in Africa, where terrorist acts and piracy incidents occur frequently. This joint exercise helps to enhance the anti-terrorism capabilities of African countries, as well as promote peace, stability, and maritime security in the region. Invited to attend multiple military parades and celebrations in South America, Europe, and Oceania... In July alone, the People's Liberation Army was invited to participate in the Peruvian Independence Day anniversary celebration, the Russian Navy Day, and the Tonga Navy Day celebration, which not only reflects China's high importance to bilateral relations, expands its circle of friends, but also enhances the traditional friendship between the military. Special thanks to the Chinese naval fleet and crew for participating in the Russian Navy Day. Wishing you a smooth journey On July 29th local time, the commander of the Russian "Clever" warship stated to the Chinese naval fleet during the separation ceremony. Previously, a Chinese naval fleet consisting of Jiaozuo and Honghu ships went to St. Petersburg Port in Russia to participate in the 328th anniversary celebration of the establishment of the Russian Navy. At the same time, a naval fleet consisting of the Chinese Navy's Dragon Tiger Mountain and Zheng He ships went to Vladivostok Port in Russia to participate in the aforementioned celebration event. During their stay in Russia, Chinese warships not only participated in the ship review ceremony, but also held an open day event to showcase the good image of the Chinese navy. On July 29 local time, the PLA delegation participated in the military parade marking the 203rd anniversary of Peru's independence. On July 28, 2024 local time, in Vladivostok, Russia, the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy Dragon Tiger Mountain Ship made its debut in the military parade of the Russian Navy Day. The Chinese Navy fleet consisting of Jiaozuo and Honghu ships will visit Egypt in the future, while the Chinese Navy fleet consisting of Longhushan and Zhenghe ships will begin their offshore internship training. At the same time, on July 29 local time, the military parade for the 203rd anniversary of Peru's independence was held in Lima, the capital of Peru. At the invitation of the Peruvian Ministry of Defense, the delegation of students from the Dalian Naval Academy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army participated in the military parade, which was the first time that the Chinese People's Liberation Army made a military parade in Peru. It is worth mentioning that on July 29th, the Chinese Navy's Zibo and Gaoyou Lake ships returned to a military port in Zhoushan after completing the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Tongan Navy. On July 29 local time, the PLA delegation participated in the military parade marking the 203rd anniversary of Peru's independence. The invitation of the People's Liberation Army to send personnel to participate in such activities is an important component of military exchanges between the two countries and a significant manifestation of their long-term friendly cooperation. Zhang Junshe believes that the Chinese military is increasingly going global, indicating the confidence and openness of China and its military. "First of all, whether participating in joint exercises and training or in celebration activities, the PLA has demonstrated the style of the Chinese military as a peace division, a powerful division, and a civilized division. Second, through direct communication with foreign forces, the world will learn more about China, understand China, and trust China. Finally, the Chinese military going out can further broaden its vision, enhance its strategic thinking, and help promote the building of the military." Zhang Xiaogang, spokesman of the Ministry of Defense of China, who participated in peacekeeping operations to build peace and hope, announced at a regular press conference in July that, at the invitation of the Ministry of Defense of Mongolia, the PLA Army will send a detachment to Mongolia in late July to participate in the "Khan Exploration-2024" multinational peacekeeping exercise. In 2015, China sent troops for the first time to participate in the "Khan Exploration" series of multinational peacekeeping exercises, which improved the professional quality and skills of peacekeeping personnel. The Chinese military has always provided steadfast support for UN peacekeeping operations, currently carrying out peacekeeping missions in areas such as Lebanon and South Sudan (Wau). In late July, the Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations held a reception to celebrate the 97th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. The Acting Military Adviser to the Secretary General of the United Nations, Pierce, who was invited to attend, said that the Chinese army has participated in a large number of United Nations peacekeeping operations since 1990, deployed nearly 2000 peacekeepers in six peacekeeping mission areas, and hoped to carry out lasting and in-depth cooperation with China in the field of peacekeeping in the future. On July 26th local time, the hospital ship "Peace Ark" carrying out the "Harmony Mission-2024" mission docked at the port of Antsiranana in Madagascar, starting a 7-day friendly visit and providing medical services. Experts believe that the Chinese military carries out peacekeeping missions, humanitarian medical rescue and other tasks, and promotes regional and global peace and stability through concrete actions. These are important examples of China providing public safety products to the international community. These actions demonstrate that the development of the Chinese military and the strengthening of China's military power are a blessing for the world, not a danger, "said Zhang Junshe. (New Society)