On July 27 2026, the Chinese Embassy in Israel held a reception to celebrate the 99th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army of China. Ambassador Xiao Junzheng, Defence Attaché Xu Xiaogang, representatives of the Israeli military and government departments, retired political figures, ambassadors and defence attachés to Israel, local friends, representatives of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization, representatives of Chinese enterprises and the Chinese community in Israel, and diplomats of the embassy,more than 200 people in total, attended the event.

Defense Attaché Xu Xiaogang stated that, in the new era and on the new journey, under the leadership of the Communist Party of China, the People's Liberation Army of China has thoroughly implemented Xi Jinping's thought on strengthening the military, achieved great successes in building the army, and made important contributions to maintaining world peace and stability and promoting common development of mankind. He hoped that the Middle East would reach a ceasefire and see the end of the war, restoring peace and prosperity as soon as possible.

Guests viewed the photo exhibition and sang high praise to the great achievements of China's national defense and military development. The atmosphere at the reception was warm and friendly.