Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
March 2011 - China Special Weapons News
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- Chinese Military Assessment Seeks 'Better Understanding' VOA 31 Mar 2011 -- China says it hopes the international community will "better understand" its armed forces with the release of a biennial report.
- Taiwan: No plans for cross-strait CBMs CNA 31 Mar 2011 -- Taiwan has no plans to establish cross-Taiwan Strait confidence-building measures as have been called for by China.
- Chinese Helicopter Approaches Japanese Escort Ship KCNA 31 Mar 2011 -- A Chinese helicopter approached close to Isoyuki, an escort ship of the Japan Maritime "Self-Defence Force," on guard duty.
- China hits out at Japan's claim to Diaoyutai Islands RIA Novosti 31 Mar 2011 -- China strongly objects Japan's attempts to claim sovereignty over the disputed Diaoyutai Islands.
- Taiwan: No official agreement on storing nuclear waste in China CNA 30 Mar 2011 -- Premier Wu Den-yih denied a report in a local tabloid magazine that Taiwan was negotiating with China to store nuclear waste there.
- MAC wants nuclear safety discussed in next cross-strait talks CNA 30 Mar 2011 -- Taiwan will push for including nuclear safety on the agenda of the next round of cross-Taiwan Strait talks.
- EU unlikely to lift arms embargo on China CNA 29 Mar 2011 -- There are currently no proposals on the table to lift the European Union's 21-year arms embargo on China.
- China Denies Knowledge of Missing Dissidents VOA 29 Mar 2011 -- China denies knowledge of several cases of dissidents who have recently disappeared.
- Chinese presence in Kashmir, a serious challenge IRNA 28 Mar 2011 -- A top Indian army commander has termed the Sino-Pakistani cooperation in the northern areas of Kashmir a ‘serious situation’ for India.
- China Charges Well-Known Activist with Subversion VOA 28 Mar 2011 -- China has charged well-known pro-democracy writer and editor Ran Yunfei with subversion for his alleged role in calling for popular uprisings.
- Jia Qinglin on Sino-Korean Friendly Relations KCNA 28 Mar 2011 -- The Sino-Korean friendship provided by the leaders of the elder generation of the two countries is a common precious treasure.
- China Plans to Launch Meteorological Satellites KCNA 26 Mar 2011 -- China is planning to launch 13 meteorological satellites from this year till 2020.
- China to Sell Outdated Nuclear Reactors to Pakistan VOA 24 Mar 2011 -- China is pressing ahead with nuclear energy cooperation with Pakistan, despite concerns that it is shipping decades-old technology to its South Asian neighbor. This comes as China suspended approvals for new nuclear power plants within China to review safety standards following the recent earthquake/tsunami disaster in Japan.
- Taiwan says China unresponsive on nuclear cooperation CNA 24 Mar 2011 -- Taiwan's atomic regulator said Thursday that its Chinese counterpart has not responded adequately to a request for cooperation on exchanges of nuclear safety information and the reporting of emergencies.
- China Calls for Libya Cease-Fire VOA 22 Mar 2011 -- China Tuesday called for an immediate cease-fire in Libya, where a United Nations 'no-fly zone' is being enforced. After abstaining last week from the U.N. Security Council vote on military action, the Chinese government says it wants immediate talks to end the violence.
- Beijing opposes use of force in Libya RIA Novosti 22 Mar 2011 -- China called on Tuesday for an immediate end to a Western-led military operation in Libya.
- China says regrets military strike against Libya RIA Novosti 20 Mar 2011 -- China regrets the multinational military strike launched against Libya, a spokeswoman for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.
- Pakistan and Chinese air forces launch exercises IRNA 19 Mar 2011 -- Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and Chinese Air Force (PLAAF) are undertaking a joint Air Exercise these days in Pakistan codenamed “Shaheen-1”, the PAF said Saturday.
- US Envoy Stresses Cooperation with China in South Asia VOA 18 Mar 2011 -- The US and China are playing up areas of common interest in South Asia, rather than focusing on more contentious issues.
- China says suspends approval of nuclear power projects IRNA 17 Mar 2011 -- China has suspended approval for nuclear power projects in the wake of the crisis in Japan.
- Taiwan mulling nuclear safety mechanism with China CNA 17 Mar 2011 -- Taiwan's Atomic Energy Council has started internal discussions on whether to establish a mechanism with China.
- China's new missiles pose serious threat to Taiwan CNA 16 Mar 2011 -- Taiwan National Security Bureau Director-General: China's new DF-16 ballistic missiles pose a serious threat to Taiwan.
- China deploys powerful Dongfeng-16 missile CNA 16 Mar 2011 -- Taiwan's intelligence chief confirmedthat China has deployed powerful new DF-16 ballistic missiles that pose a serious threat to Taiwan.
- China touts smooth exchanges with Taiwan on nuclear safety CNA 16 Mar 2011 -- Agencies responsible for nuclear energy safety in Taiwan and China have consistently maintained smooth communications.
- China Vows to Press Ahead With Nuclear Energy Plans VOA 16 Mar 2011 -- Chinese leaders are vowing to press ahead with their ambitious nuclear energy plans despite the nuclear crisis in Japan.
- China Begins Evacuation of Nationals from Japan VOA 15 Mar 2011 -- Thousands of Chinese are reported to be stranded in tsunami and quake hit areas of Japan that are also facing a radiation threat.
- China prepares for radioactive threat following Japan disasters - ministry RIA Novosti 15 Mar 2011 -- China is actively preparing for a possible radioactive threat following a massive quake and tsunami in Japan.
- China doubts Dalai Lama's retirement RIA Novosti 10 Mar 2011 -- China has said the Dalai Lama is "playing tricks" on the world by announcing he will retire as the political leader of the Tibet government.
- Dalai Lama to Step Down as Tibetan Political Leader VOA 10 Mar 2011 -- In a move that is not unexpected, the Dalai Lama has announced his decision to step down as political leader of the exiled Tibetan movement.
- Assertive China Plays Down Sea Disputes VOA 08 Mar 2011 -- China has brushed off complaints from its neighbors over disputes about maritime boundaries. The rebuff comes after Beijing announced it will be more active diplomatically this year.
- Chinese Foreign Relations to Focus on More Active Diplomacy VOA 07 Mar 2011 -- China says it will focus on what it calls "summit diplomacy" this year, with the foreign minister outlining plans for Chinese leaders to take part in high-profile meetings around the world.
- Taiwan engaged in peacemaking with China, not arms race: MND CNA 05 Mar 2011 -- Despite warming Taiwan-China ties, President Ma Ying-jeou has never deviated from his resolve to maintain cross-Taiwan Strait peace and safeguard national security since assuming office in May 2008, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Saturday.
- China People's Congress Opens Annual Session RFE/RL 05 Mar 2011 -- The parliament of China's communist regime, the National People's Congress, has opened its annual session.
- China's Premier Discusses Economy, Social Stability in National Address VOA 05 Mar 2011 -- Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao says China's economy is on course for another five years of economic expansion. He also stressed the need to make the economic boom more inclusive by closing the gap between the wealthy and the poor. The Chinese leader laid out his government's economic plan in a state-of-the-union-style address at the opening of the annual National People's Congress.
- China to Boost Military Spending VOA 04 Mar 2011 -- China will spend $91.5 billion on the People Liberation Army, navy and air forces next year, marking a return to double-digit spending.
- China Announces 13 Percent Boost In Military Budget RFE/RL 04 Mar 2011 -- China has announced an almost 13 percent increase in its annual military budget.
- China seeks to 'advance' boundary negotiations with India IRNA 04 Mar 2011 -- China proposed to 'advance' the negotiation process with India on resolving the boundary issue in view of the prevailing 'good atmosphere'.
- China Muzzles Media to Prevent Mideast-Style Protests VOA 04 Mar 2011 -- Chinese authorities appear to be nervous about the spread of protests that have toppled and threatened rulers in recent weeks.
- China Threatens to Expel Foreign Journalists VOA 03 Mar 2011 -- China is changing how foreign journalist can work in the country and reporters are being warned they risk expulsion.
- Pakistan, China start joint venture of missile boats IRNA 02 Mar 2011 -- Pakistan and China have embarked on a joint venture for the construction of two missile craft boats in the Chinese port city of Tianjin.
- China Blames Protest Clashes on Foreign Media VOA 01 Mar 2011 -- China has blamed international reporters for the clashes with plainclothes and uniformed police officers.
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