People's Liberation Army soldiers take part in a military exercise in Beijing, China, earier today. China took foreign journalists on a tour of the People's Liberation Army division north of the capital Tuesday, calling it a sign the world's largest army is improving its openness and transparency. The visit comes ahead of Aug. 1, which marks the 82nd anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army, which now has 2.3 million members. You write the cutline. (AP Photo/Elizabeth Dalziel)

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