MIL-OSI China: Chinese defense minister holds talks with French counterpart 2025-05-13 10:47:16 On May 12, Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun, who is currently on a visit to France at invitation, held talks with French Minister for the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu.

BEIJING, May 13 — On May 12, Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun, who is currently on a visit to France at invitation, held talks with French Minister for the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu.

The two sides had an in-depth exchange of views on the relations between the two countries and the two militaries, international and regional situations as well as issues of common concern, and reached a consensus on strengthening practical exchanges and cooperation between the two militaries.

Prior to the talks, Sébastien Lecornu held a welcoming ceremony for Admiral Dong Jun and reviewed the guard of honor together with him.