Spokesperson of Chinese Ministry of Defense Wu Qian speaks at a regular press conference in Beijing, September 24, 2015. [Photo: news.enorth.com.cn] The Chinese Defense Department has announced the Chinese and US militaries have formalized a new set of agreements meant to try to head-off conflicts. Wu Qian with the Chinese Ministry of Defense says the agreements formally establish lines of communication to allow both sides to tell one-another about major military operations. The agreements also cover codes-of-conduct in dealing with air and sea encounters between the two militaries. "It is a practical measure, and implements a strategic decision made by the leaders of the two countries. It is conducive in creating more strategic mutual trust, preventing misunderstandings and coping with air and maritime accidents. It will also contribute to the establishment of a new type of relationship between China and the US, as well as the militaries of the two powers." The Chinese and US sides formally agreed to establish the new reporting systems in November after being proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping during his meeting with Barack Obama in June of 2013.
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