Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a "spirited" speech on Friday at the meeting in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Chinese People's Volunteers army's entry into the DRPK in the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea, said current affairs commentator Einar Tangen. The Chinese people's love for peace was highlighted during President Xi's speech, he noted, adding China's strengthening military capabilities indicate its resolved stance to protect its national sovereignty and integrity.