SCMP Plus exclusive: meet ex-PLA colonel Zhou Bo in person
The retired senior colonel and Tsinghua University senior fellow will feature in an exclusive in-person event for SCMP Plus subscribers in Hong Kong
What China’s military modernisation means for the world
As the People’s Liberation Army approaches its centenary, retired senior colonel Zhou Bo will delve into the critical geopolitical issues shaping our time. Moving beyond general headlines, this wide-ranging fireside chat is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of China’s evolving military capabilities, its strategic global footprint and what China’s military modernisation truly means for regional stability and international relations.
The discussion will be moderated by SCMP Editor-in-Chief Chow Chung-yan, steering a candid conversation on China’s military trajectory and what it means for global business, regional security, and the community here in Hong Kong.
Event details and access
Topic: The PLA at 99: What China’s Military Modernisation Means for the World
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 3-5pm HKT
Venue: Beijing Room, 42/F, The Center, 99 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong