A soldier embarks on a media mission

New Defense Ministry spokesman highlights importance of 'utmost sincerity' in key role

After his successful debut as spokesman of the Ministry of National Defense, Wu Qian was both focused and modest: "I expect to undertake this job successfully, with no effort spared, and I hope I will not bring disgrace to this mission."

The 42-year-old colonel made headlines on July 10, when the ministry's official website updated information on its spokespersons.