Chinese President Xi Jinping has assumed the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Joint Operations Command Center. Experts believe that Xi's new role is aimed at strengthening his control over the military.

On April 20, Xi Jinping visited the Command Center wearing a military uniform. There, he also stated that the military forces need to be "absolutely loyal" and "capable of winning any war."

Chinese President Xi Jinping wore a military uniform during his visit to the Joint Operations Command Center.

His appearance in military uniform attracted worldwide attention. Experts believe this appearance may also be intended to demonstrate strength to China's rivals, especially those countries that are disputing territorial claims in the South China Sea.

The Joint Operations Command Center is a newly established agency following the restructuring of the Chinese military. This new position for President Xi shows that China is modernizing its military, and President Xi Jinping is at the center of that change.

Reporters say this move shows that Xi Jinping is consolidating his power within the Chinese government and wants to send a message to the Chinese people and the world that he is in absolute control.

However, the title of Commander-in-Chief doesn't say much. The fact that state media has given President Xi Jinping this title certainly suggests that it was likely officially approved beforehand.

Thus, currently, in addition to his positions as President of China, General Secretary of the Party, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, Xi Jinping is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Joint Operations Command Center.

According to Today Online