Former Chinese defense minister Liang Guanglie dies at 83 in Beijing
scmp.com — November 13, 2024, 08:01 AM UTC
Liang Guanglie, former Chinese defense minister, died at age 83 from an unspecified illness in Beijing. His death was reported by state news agency Xinhua. Liang served in the military for over 50 years, joining the army in 1958. He became defense minister and state councilor from 2008 until his retirement in 2013. He was involved in key military campaigns, including the Sino-Vietnamese War in 1979, and held various leadership roles throughout his career.