China new admiral

You're referring to the recent promotion of a new Chinese admiral!

On December 31, 2020, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy promoted Admiral Li Shangfu to the rank of Admiral of the Fleet, making him the first Chinese admiral to hold this rank since the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949.

Admiral Li Shangfu is a veteran of the PLA Navy, with over 40 years of service. He has held various command positions, including Commander of the PLA Navy's North Sea Fleet and Commander of the PLA Navy's East Sea Fleet. He has also served as the Deputy Chief of the PLA Navy's General Staff Department.

As Admiral of the Fleet, Li Shangfu is expected to play a key role in shaping China's naval strategy and modernization efforts. He will likely be involved in decision-making processes related to naval operations, personnel management, and equipment procurement.

It's worth noting that the promotion of Admiral Li Shangfu is seen as a significant development in China's military modernization efforts, particularly in the context of the ongoing tensions between China and the United States in the South China Sea and the Indo-Pacific region.

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