China's national defense in 2000

The Information Office of theState Council published a white paper entitled "China's National Defense in2000" on October 16, 2000. Following is the full text of the white paper:

Foreword

I. TheSecurity Situation

II. NationalDefense Policy

III. NationalDefense Construction Structure and Organization of the Armed Forces

IV.ArmedForces Building

V. InternationalSecurity Cooperation Military Exchanges

VI. ArmsControl and Disarmament