Medal of National Defense Service
| Medal of National Defense Service 国防服役纪念章 | |
|---|---|
| Type | 5-rank Military medal |
| Awarded for | Long service in the People's Liberation Army |
| Country | China |
| Presented by | Central Military Commission |
| Eligibility | Military workers |
| Status | Active |
| Established | August 1, 2011 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Meritorious Service Medal |
| Next (lower) | Medal of Guarding the Frontiers |
The Medal of National Defense Service (Chinese: 国防服役纪念章) is a military decoration awarded by the Central Military Commission of China, first amended on May 4, 2010, then established on August 1, 2011. It was divided into three grades, but in 2022 it's re-divided into 5 grades.