Ministry of National Defense (China)

The Ministry of National Defense of China is the government agency responsible for overseeing the country's armed forces, primarily the People's Liberation Army (PLA). It manages defense policies, military affairs, and international military relations, ensuring China's national security and military readiness. Unlike other countries where the defense ministry primarily handles budget and strategic planning, China's ministry also emphasizes coordination with the Communist Party’s military leadership. It operates under the State Council but maintains a unique role within China’s centralized political structure, reflecting the country's approach to civil-military relations and national defense.