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China cracks down on sales of decommissioned military equipment ‘to protect PLA’s image’
China has implemented stricter regulations to ban unauthorized sales of decommissioned military equipment, citing adverse impacts and security risks. An administrative notice from multiple state bodies prohibits the sale of such items, including uniforms and machinery, through unapproved channels.
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