BEIJING, July 24 (Xinhua) -- Resolutely safeguarding China's sovereignty, security and development interests is the fundamental goal of China's national defense in the new era, said a white paper released by the State Council Information Office on Wednesday. The white paper, titled "China's National Defense in the New Era," laid out a list of aims for China's national defense. -- To deter and resist aggression; -- To safeguard national political security, the people's security and social stability; -- To oppose and contain "Taiwan independence"; -- To crack down on proponents of separatist movements such as "Tibet independence" and the creation of "East Turkistan"; -- To safeguard national sovereignty, unity, territorial integrity and security; -- To safeguard China's maritime rights and interests; -- To safeguard China's security interests in outer space, electromagnetic space and cyberspace; -- To safeguard China's overseas interests; -- To support the sustainable development of the country. (Responsible editor:鼎盛军事论坛) |