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China doles out offers to attract youth to Army

Submitted by hannah on Tue, 01/11/2011 - 00:00

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Beijing: As it modernises its 2.3 million strong military with hefty defence spending, China is offering "well-educated" youth offers of preferential policies, ranging from promotions and access to advanced education to join its People's Liberation Army (PLA).

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Countering Military Recruitment

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