China has announced another substantial increase in military spending in a drive to modernize its armed forces.A parliamentary spokesman said the budget would rise by 17% this year.Daniel Griffith reports from Beijing.

"The money is going on all areas of the armed forces as well as developing more high-tech capabilities.But several countries have voiced concerns about China's growing military clout.The U.S. says that China needs to be more transparent about its defense plans.Washington claims that the real Chinese defense budget is at least double the stated amount.Beijing says it's not a threat,but that hasn't eased fears in the region about China's long-term military ambitions."