China’s leadership has paid tribute to Liao Xilong, praising the late general for his loyalty to the Communist Party and military service.
Liao, 85, who was in charge of overhauling military logistics, died on January 23, state news agency Xinhua reported on Thursday, the day of his funeral.
“[Liao was] a time-tested and loyal communist warrior, an outstanding military commander, and an exemplary leader in advancing the comprehensive modernisation of military logistics,” the report said.
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