This move is conducive to strengthening the protection of retired military personnel, safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of retired military personnel, and making military personnel a respected profession of the whole society.
People's Republic of China (PRC) national defense law
Article 62 Soldiers should be respected by the whole society.
The state establishes an honorary commendation system for military meritorious service.
The state takes effective measures to protect the honor and personal dignity of military personnel, and gives special protection to the marriage of military personnel according to law.
The behavior of military personnel performing their duties according to law is protected by law.
Article 63 The state and society give preferential treatment to servicemen.
The state establishes a military treatment guarantee system that is compatible with military occupation and coordinated with the development of national economy.
Article 64 The State shall establish a system for safeguarding retired military personnel, properly resettle them and safeguard their legitimate rights and interests.