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Li Shangfu named as defence minister

2023-03-12 HKT 11:18
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  • Qin Gang, Wu Zhenglong, and Li Shangfu (left to right) swear an oath. Photo: AFP
    Qin Gang, Wu Zhenglong, and Li Shangfu (left to right) swear an oath. Photo: AFP
China named Li Shangfu as its new defence minister on Sunday.

Li's appointment was confirmed on Sunday after the National People's Congress, voted overwhelmingly to approve his nomination by Premier Li Qiang for the new cabinet.

Chen Yixin and Wang Xiaohong remained as ministers of state security and public security, respectively.

Qin Gang and He Rong remained as ministers of foreign affairs and justice, respectively.
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Last updated: 2023-03-12 HKT 17:58

Li Shangfu named as defence minister