In 1976 he joined the PLA and during this time he began to study writing.

1976年，他加入中国人民解放军，在此期间，他开始学习写作。

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While much work remains, trends in recent years indicate the PLA is beginning to operationalize its modern force, taking on new and more challenging missions.

尽管还有很多工作要做，但近年来的趋势表明，解放军正开始将其现代化部队投入运营，承担新的、更具挑战性的任务。

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First, the PLA Navy does not have any carrier-capable aircraft.

首先，海军没有航空母舰上的飞机能。

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Born in 1940, he joined the PLA in 1955 and began publicly exhibiting his artwork in 1958.

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The PLA supports the plan to get more people on the river but insists that safety is paramount.

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"The PLA Air Force has deployed several types of unmanned aerial vehicles for both reconnaissance and combat purposes, " the report said.

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