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Beijing Xiangshan Forum security discussions

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The 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, marking its 20th anniversary, convened in Beijing from September 15 to ~~discuss global security governance~~ 17 under the theme “Build Consensus on Stability, Advance Security Governance Together.” The event drew nearly 100 delegations, including over 60 ministerial or chief of staff level representatives. Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun opened the forum, calling for an end to provocative acts and warning against ~~hegemony, militarism,~~ “hegemony, militarism and historical ~~revisionism.~~ revisionism.” He ~~emphasized the military's willingness to cooperate globally~~ advocated for multilateralism and international dialogue to ~~address~~ resolve security ~~challenges~~ issues, suggesting that nations should consult on the military application of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and ~~promote regional stability.~~ space. A significant diplomatic development at the forum was the attendance of a high-level North Korean delegation led by Vice Defense Minister Kim Kang-il. This high-ranking presence follows a June summit between Kim Jong-un and Xi Jinping and marks a shift from previous years when only military attaches attended. Other notable participants included Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Phan Van Giang, who presented views on strengthening the foundations of the international order. Minister Dong also engaged in bilateral meetings with defense officials from several nations, including Myanmar, Brunei, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia, to promote military cooperation.

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