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Chinese Military Advocates Language Training for Modern Warfare

3/3/2026

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Chinese military academics urge revamping defense language training, arguing it complements firepower in modern warfare, as highlighted by the Ukraine conflict.
Lu Danyun, professor at the National University of Defence Technology, plans reforms for the National People’s Congress in Beijing.
She has extensive experience in military language education and curriculum development.
A recent paper shows language is a vital tool for intelligence, information warfare, and shaping global opinion.

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Chinese military academics urge revamping defense language training, arguing it complements firepower in modern warfare, as highlighted by the Ukraine conflict.
Lu Danyun, professor at the National University of Defence Technology, plans reforms for the National People’s Congress in Beijing.
She has extensive experience in military language education and curriculum development.
A recent paper shows language is a vital tool for intelligence, information warfare, and shaping global opinion.