May 2015 - China Special Weapons News

South China Sea Air Defense Zone Hinges on Security Threats - Beijing Sputnik 31 May 2015 -- A decision on establishing China's Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in disputed waters of the South China Sea should be based on an assessment of the security situation in the region, according to a senior Chinese military official.
Chinese Admiral Calls Island-Building 'Justified, Legitimate, Reasonable' VOA 31 May 2015 -- China has strongly rejected U.S. criticism of its land reclamation activities in the South China Sea.
China opposes Carter's comments on construction in South China Sea People's Daily 31 May 2015 -- China on Saturday opposed U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter's remarks that China's island-building activities in the South China Seaare undermining security in the Asia-Pacific region.
Vice FM stresses China is a staunch proponent of peace and stability in the South China Sea People's Daily 31 May 2015 -- China is a staunch proponent of peace and stability in the South China Sea, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Liu Zhenmin said in a signed article on Saturday.
China defends construction work on disputed islands Press TV 31 May 2015 -- A Chinese military official says his country's ongoing construction work on disputed islands in the South China Sea has defense purposes and is meant to enhance China's capabilities toward meeting its international obligations, including those regarding environmental issues.
Senior PLA official meets with counterparts during sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue People's Daily 31 May 2015 -- Admiral Sun Jianguo, Vice Chief of Staff of China's People's Liberation Army (PLA), separately met with Russian Deputy Defense Minister Anatoly Antonov, Chairman of the European Union Military Committee Pathick de Rousiers, Chairman of NATO Military Committee Knud Bartels, as well as Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Tea Banh on Saturday during the second day of 14th Shangri-La Dialogue.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Hua Chunying's Remarks on US Defense Secretary Carter's Speech Relating to the Issue of the South China Sea at the Shangri-La Dialogue PRC MofA 30 May 2015 -- The Chinese side has noted the relevant remarks by US Defense Secretary Carter. In disregard of the history, jurisprudence and facts, the US side made inappropriate remarks on China's long-standing sovereignty as well as rights and interests in the South China Sea to foment dissension and criticized China's normal and justified construction activities on islands and reefs. The Chinese side is firmly opposed to that.
US Defense Chief to China: Halt Land Reclamation VOA 30 May 2015 -- The U.S. defense secretary delivered a blunt rebuke to China for being "out of step" with international norms amid its unprecedented pace of reclamation efforts in the disputed South China Sea, saying "it is unclear how much farther China will go."
Ambassador Cui Tiankai's Interview with the Wall Street Journal on South China Sea People's Daily 30 May 2015 -- Ambassador Cui Tiankai's does an Interview with the Wall Street Journal on South China Sea (Photo provided by the Chinese Embassy in the US)e
China, Vietnam can properly handle South China Sea issue: senior military official People's Daily 30 May 2015 -- A Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) general said here Friday that China and Vietnam can properly handle the South China Sea issue through joint efforts.
No Chinese Weapons on Reclaimed Island in South China Sea - Beijing Sputnik 29 May 2015 -- China denied any knowledge of weapons it allegedly placed on a reclaimed island in the South China Sea, a Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said in Beijing on Friday.
China exercises 'maximum restraint' on South China Sea issues People's Daily 29 May 2015 -- While China has a firm resolve to defend the country's national sovereignty, maritime rights and interests, it advocates solving disputes through negotiation and maintains 'maximum restraint', military experts told People's Daily Online in a discussion on the White Paper about China's military strategy.
No one tells us what to do, Beijing says People's Daily 29 May 2015 -- Beijing has hit back at US criticism of its land reclamation operations around the Nansha Islands in the South China Sea, saying, 'No one has the right to instruct China on what to do.'
U.S. unwise to set up enemies through military drills People's Daily 29 May 2015 -- Recently the U.S. has conducted an intensive series of exercises with various countries that have attracted the world's attention and triggered discussion about the real intention behind its high-profile actions. Some experts believe U.S. attempts to involve China and Russia in military competition and that may backfire, as it finds itself trapped in a vicious circle of military expansion.
America's irresponsible actions detrimental to stability of the South China Sea People's Daily 29 May 2015 -- The United States has been aggravating the situation in the South China Sea recently through a series of irresponsible actions which have interfered with regional stability.
US surveillance of Chinese artificial islands shows weaponary: Report Press TV 29 May 2015 -- The United States says its surveillance of China's artificial islands indicates that Beijing has positioned weaponry on one of the islands it has built in the South China Sea, according to a new report.
Hong Kong CEO Tries to Shift Focus from Election Reform VOA 29 May 2015 -- Hong Kong's government could vote as early as next month on a controversial electoral reform plan that was the subject of mass demonstrations late last year.
US Defense Chief: China 'Out of Step' in S. China Seas Claims VOA 28 May 2015 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter has called for an immediate and lasting halt to China's land reclamation and the militarization of disputed features in the South China Sea, saying Beijing's claims in the disputed sea are 'out of step' with international norms. Carter pledged the United States would remain the principal security power in the Asia-Pacific region for decades to come.
Ashton Carter: Chinese Aggression Provokes US Engagement in Asia Pacific Sputnik 28 May 2015 -- Chinese maneuvers have united countries in the Asia-Pacific and increased the need for US engagement in the region, US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said Wednesday in a speech at the Pearl Harbor military base in Hawaii.
'Don't Tell Me What to Do': China Warns US Over South China Sea Meddling Sputnik 28 May 2015 -- China urged the United States to refrain from provocative remarks let alone actions in the South China Sea as tensions over the hotly disputed stretch of water are on the rise.
China reaffirms its construction in South China Sea is 'lawful, reasonable, justified' People's Daily 28 May 2015 -- A Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Thursday reaffirmed that China's construction in the South China Seais within China's sovereign rights and its activities are lawful, reasonable and justified.
US stirring chaos in South China Sea: Beijing Press TV 28 May 2015 -- China has accused the United States of threatening to create "chaos" in the South China Sea, and urged Washington to 'refrain from all the provocative words and deeds.'
What's Eating Pentagon: China May Seriously Boost Its Naval Power by 2030 Sputnik 28 May 2015 -- China may reportedly build some 415 warships by 2030, according to former top intelligence officer James Fanell as cited by US journalist Zachary Keck; Keck underscored that this would be a significant increase over China's current naval power.
Carter Urges Peaceful Resolution of South China Sea Disputes AFPS 27 May 2015 -- The United States will continue to remain the principal security power in the Pacific region for decades to come, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said in Hawaii today.
China denies enhancing maritime strength by construction on Nansha Islands People's Daily 27 May 2015 -- China on Wednesday reiterated its construction activities on the Nansha islands and reefs are lawful, reasonable and justified, refuting accusations of enhancing its maritime strength by doing so.
Is China undermining freedom of navigation in South China Sea? People's Daily 27 May 2015 -- It seems absurd two lighthouses in the South China Sea could evoke worry about the situation in the waters. But that is how it happened, days after the United States made close reconnaissance in the region.
China plans more construction on South China Sea islands People's Daily 27 May 2015 -- China will continue building on the islands and reefs in the South China Sea to serve vessels passing through the waters, a foreign ministry representative said on Tuesday.
US accuses China of fueling tensions in South China Sea Press TV 27 May 2015 -- The United States has accused China once again of stoking tensions in the Asia-Pacific region with the construction of artificial islands in the South China Sea, defending its flights over the region.
Beijing Protests US Surveillance of South China Sea Sputnik 27 May 2015 -- China complained on Monday about what it called a "provocative flight" by a US reconnaissance plane over the South China Sea and urged Washington to right the wrong and remain "rational".
China justifies defensive military strategy People's Daily 27 May 2015 -- A Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Wednesday justified China's concern over Japanese military buildup, after Japan's chief cabinet secretary questioned the rationale of China's defensive military strategy.
US to Seek China's Help in Pressuring North Korea on Nukes VOA 27 May 2015 -- High ranking diplomatic envoys from the U.S., South Korea, and Japan met in Seoul Wednesday to discuss how to respond to North Korea's continued efforts to develop its nuclear program. U.S. allies in the region want to increase pressure on Pyongyang but also maintain support from China and Russia to make Korea a nuclear free peninsula.
China's Military Strategy China Information Office of the State Council 26 May 2015
Construction on Nansha Islands serves military, civilian purposes People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- 'In terms of sovereignty, these projects on the Nansha Islands are not different from any other projects on Chinese territory,'
China dismisses recent tension in South China Sea as 'old tricks' People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- Defense Ministry spokesperson Yang Yujun on Tuesday labeled recent incidents in the South China Seaas 'old tricks' used to stir tensions and smear the reputation of Chinese armed forces.
Taiwan Proposes Peace Plan for Disputed South China Sea VOA 26 May 2015 -- Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou, in proposing a peace initiative to ease tensions in the South China Sea, called for cooperation among governments, including China, that claim all or parts of the ocean rich in oil, gas and fisheries.
Taiwan Comes With Peace Initiative to Defuse Tensions in South China Sea Sputnik 26 May 2015 -- As pressure increased in the Asia-Pacific Region following Washington's decision to send US military ships and planes to patrol the South China Sea, thus stirring up an already tense situation, Taiwan proposed a peace initiative on Tuesday to try to resolve territorial disputed in the region, the Japan Times reported.
Singapore, Chinese navies conclude inaugural bilateral naval exercise People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- The Singapore and Chinese navies on Monday concluded here the inaugural Exercise Maritime Cooperation 2015.
China to speed up building a cyber force People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China will speed up the development of a cyber force to tackle 'grave security threats' to its cyber infrastructure, said a military white paper here Tuesday.
China issues first white paper on military strategy People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- On Tuesday, Beijing issued its first white paper on military strategy, ushering in greater military transparency by giving details of the direction of its military buildup to other nations.
China rolls out military roadmap of 'active defense' strategy People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China issued Tuesday its first white paper on military strategy, stressing 'active defense' and pledging closer international security cooperation.
China's military to intensify int'l peacekeeping, humanitarian aid: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China's armed forces will intensify their participation in international peacekeeping and humanitarian assistance as the nation's national strength grows, a white paper on China's military strategy says Tuesday.
World war 'unlikely' in foreseeable future: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- A world war is unlikely in the foreseeable future and the international situation is expected to remain generally peaceful, according to a white paper issued Tuesday by the State Council Information Office.
China to continue to foster new model of military ties with U.S. People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China's armed forces will continue to foster a new model of military relationship with the U.S. armed forces that conforms to the new model of major-country relations between the two countries, a white paper on China's military strategy says Tuesday.
China faces increasing external impediments: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China enjoys generally favorable environment for development but external challenges are increasing, according to a white paper issued Tuesday by the State Council Information Office.
China's armed forces uphold CPC leadership: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- A newly issued white paper reaffirmed the stance of China's armed forces to resolutely uphold the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
China eyes on winning informationized local wars: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- The basic point for preparation for military struggle (PMS) of China's armed forces will be placed on 'winning informationized local wars,' according to a white paper issued Tuesday by the State Council Information Office.
China outlines armed forces' future strategies People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China demonstrates future strategies for modern and multi-functional armed forces in its latest military whitepaper Tuesday.
China's military abandons pro-land mentality People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China abandons the traditional mentality that land overweighs sea, says its latest military whitepaper here Tuesday.
PLAN to maintain military presence in relevant sea areas: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- The People's Liberation ArmyNavy will continue to organize and perform regular combat readiness patrols and maintain a military presence in relevant sea areas, a white paper on China's military strategy says Tuesday.
China promises not to join nuclear arms race People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China reiterates in its latest military whitepaper Tuesday that it will never enter into a nuclear arms race with any other country.
China's armed forces ready to safeguard national sovereignty: white paper People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China' s armed forces will make overall planning for Preparation for military struggle (PMS) in both traditional and new security domains, and get ready to safeguard national sovereignty and security, a white paper on China's military strategy says Tuesday.
White paper outlines China's 'active defense' strategy People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- China issued its first white paper on military strategy on Tuesday, stressing 'active defense' and pledging closer international security cooperation.
China hasn't any overseas military bases: Spokesperson People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- Defense Ministry spokesperson Yang Yujun said Tuesday that the country has not built any military bases overseas.
Senior PLA official to attend Shangri-La Dialogue: spokesman People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- A Chinese delegation led by Admiral Sun Jianguo, Vice Chief of Staff of China's People's Liberation Army(PLA), will take part in the upcoming Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) in Singapore later this month, a defense ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
China Voice: China's new military roadmap adheres to peaceful development People's Daily 26 May 2015 -- Although the term 'active defense', the highlight of China's latest military strategy released Tuesday, sounds quite new, the country's path of peaceful development will not change.
China Outlines More Assertive Military Policy VOA 26 May 2015 -- China said Tuesday it will continue expanding its military strength further from its borders, including in disputed areas at sea, but insisted it does not want a confrontation with any of its neighbors.
U.S. in South China Sea: troubleshooter or troublemaker? People's Daily 25 May 2015 -- Mere days ago, visiting U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry dismissed media reports that revealed a U.S. plan to send aircraft to challenge China, saying the stories did not reflect any political decision by the U.S. government.
Vessel completes first patrol in South China Sea People's Daily 25 May 2015 -- A newly commissioned vessel in China's southernmost city of Sansha completed its first patrol in the waters around the nation's Zhongsha Islands.
Chinese troops ask U.S.military jet to leave Nansha Islands: FM People's Daily 23 May 2015 -- Chinese troops asked a U.S. military jet approaching the Nansha Islands to change course by radio, a foreign ministry spokesperson confirmed on Friday.
Washington should stop acting as back driver over S. China Sea People's Daily 22 May 2015 -- Recent statements made by some U.S. military officials are contrary to regional peace and stability, and it is Uncle Sam who should explain its irresponsible behavior over the South China Sea.
US Rejects Beijing's Demand to Stop Flying Over Disputed Islands Sputnik 22 May 2015 -- US Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Russel said that the United States has rejected Beijing's demands that US surveillance planes stop flying over the disputed Spratly Islands in the South China Sea.
China urges immediate cease fire in South Sudan People's Daily 22 May 2015 -- China on Friday urged South Sudan's warring sides to immediately cease military confrontations and ensure the safety of foreigners, staff from the United Nationsas well as humanitarian aid organizations.
Are Chinese/Russian Military Exercises an Effort to Offset US Primacy? VOA 22 May 2015 -- China and Russia conducted joint naval exercises this week in the Mediterranean Sea – a sign, some security experts say, that the two countries are stepping up defense cooperation to offset U.S. military primacy.
US Professor Charged With Providing Sensitive Technology to China VOA 22 May 2015 -- U.S. federal prosecutors have charged the chairman of Temple University's physics department in connection with an alleged scheme to provide sensitive technology to China.
US spy aircraft defies Chinese warnings, swoops over disputed islands Press TV 21 May 2015 -- The US military has carried out its threat to fly over disputed islands in the South China Sea, defying multiple warnings by China's navy for the surveillance aircraft to leave the area.
Report: China Warns US Spy Plane VOA 21 May 2015 -- China's navy is reported to have issued eight warning messages to a U.S. military surveillance plane that passed over a group of man-made islands Beijing is using to secure its sweeping territorial claims in the disputed South China Sea.
Russian-Chinese naval exercise in Mediterranean ends TASS 21 May 2015 -- The Russian-Chinese naval manoeuvres Joint Sea 2015 in the Mediterranean have ended, and the exercise closing ceremony is held at the headquarters of the drills' joint command, Russian Navy spokesman Captain 1st Rank Igor Dygalo said on Thursday. The Russian and Chinese commanders of the drills - Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy Vice Admiral Alexander Fedotenkov and his Chinese counterpart - Du Jingchen, deputy commander of the Navy of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, hold the event.
China dispatches third peacekeeping troops to Mali People's Daily 21 May 2015 -- A third group of peacekeepers left here for a United Nations mission in Mali on Thursday, replacing the second batch, stationed there since September.
PLA Air Force flies over Miyako Strait for training People's Daily 21 May 2015 -- Aircraft from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force flew over the Miyako Strait for the first time Thursday during training in the western Pacific, a military spokesman said.
China air force in west Pacific drill People's Daily 21 May 2015 -- Aircraft of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force flew over the Miyako Strait for the first time Thursday for training in western Pacific, a military spokesperson said.
China's nuclear power capacity to reach 30 mln kilowatts by year end People's Daily 21 May 2015 -- China will have 30 million kilowatts (KW) of nuclear power capacity by the end of 2015, said Xu Yuming, deputy director of the China Nuclear Energy Association on Thursday.
China Advances Ballistic Missile Capability VOA 20 May 2015 -- China is making some of its missiles more powerful, as it asserts its sovereignty over disputed waterways in the South and East China.
Chinese Professors Among Six Defendants Charged with Economic Espionage and Theft of Trade Secrets for Benefit of People's Republic of China US Dept. of Justice 19 May 2015 -- The 32-count indictment, which had previously been sealed, charges a total of six individuals with economic espionage and theft of trade secrets for their roles in a long-running effort to obtain U.S. trade secrets for the benefit of universities and companies controlled by the PRC government.
US Charges 6 Chinese With Economic Espionage VOA 19 May 2015 -- The U.S. Department of Justice has charged six Chinese nationals with economic espionage and theft of trade secrets for allegedly accessing secret U.S. technologies and sharing them with universities and companies controlled by the Chinese government.
Russian, Chinese ships begin exercise in Mediterranean to ensure shipping safety TASS 18 May 2015 -- Russian and Chinese naval ships on Monday morning began a joint exercise in the eastern Mediterranean to practise measures to ensure the safety of shipping, the executive chief of the exercise Joint Sea-2015 for Russia, chief of the Navy's combat training department, Rear Admiral Viktor Kochemazov, has told the media.
Remarks Before Meeting With Chinese President Xi Jinping US Dept. of State 17 May 2015
Chinese military leader urges U.S. to honor commitment on South China Sea People's Daily 17 May 2015 -- A Chinese military leader stressed China's unswerving determination to safeguard territorial integrity and urged the United States to honor its promises of not taking sides on the South China Sea issue.
US, China clash over building projects in disputed areas Press TV 17 May 2015 -- The United States and China have clashed over Beijing's construction projects in disputed parts of the South China Sea.
Russia, China kick off Mediterranean naval war games Press TV 17 May 2015 -- Russia and China have kicked off joint war games under the name of "Sea Cooperation – 2015" in the Mediterranean Sea, Russian Defense Ministry says.
Joint Press Availability With Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi US Dept. of State 16 May 2015
Remarks With Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi US Dept. of State 16 May 2015-
Remarks at a Meeting With Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi US Dept. of State 16 May 2015
US, China Remain Divided Over South China Sea Disputes VOA 16 May 2015 -- The United States and China say they are talking about their differences, including disputes in the South China Sea, but comments from the countries' two top diplomats Saturday revealed that Beijing and Washington still remain divided over the contentious issue.
Russian, Chinese combat ships enter Aegean Sea for Mediterranean joint drills TASS 15 May 2015 -- A group of combat ships from the Russian and Chinese navies have entered the Aegean Sea and are heading for the area of their Joint Sea 2015 naval drills, Russia's Navy spokesman Captain First Rank Igor Dygalo said on Friday.
Russian, Chinese combat ships pass through Black Sea straits for Mediterranean drills TASS 14 May 2015 -- A group of warships from the Russian and Chinese navies have started passing through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits for joint drills in the Mediterranean Sea, the press office of Russia's Defense Ministry said on Thursday.
DoD Outlines Strategies to Counter Chinese Aggression AFPS 14 May 2015 -- While China's land reclamation and maritime disputes in the South China Sea are troubling, they are nothing new, the assistant secretary of defense for Asian and Pacific security affairs told a Senate panel yesterday.
US S.China Sea plan of grave concern: FM People's Daily 14 May 2015 -- China's foreign ministry Wednesday voiced 'serious concerns' over a US official's remarks regarding an alleged Pentagon plan to send US military aircraft and vessels to the South China Sea.
US warns China over building artificial islands in South China Sea Press TV 14 May 2015 -- The United States has warned China over its construction projects in the South China Sea area as tensions escalate between Washington and Beijing.
US to Deploy Strategic Bombers in Australia as Chinese Concern Grows Sputnik 14 May 2015 -- The United States announced that it will deploy nuclear-capable strategic bombers in Australia as China becomes increasingly concerned about US interference at its borders.
India's Modi Seeks Closer Ties During China Visit VOA 14 May 2015 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his family's ancestral hometown for a visit expected to further boost diplomatic and economic ties.
US Weighs Right-of-Passage Display in South China Sea VOA 13 May 2015 -- U.S. officials say the Pentagon is considering sending U.S. military ships and aircraft to assert freedom of navigation in the South China Sea — a direct challenge to China, which is rapidly manufacturing artificial islands in the disputed territorial waters.
China 'severely concerned' about remarks by US officials on territorial waters Press TV 13 May 2015 -- China has expressed concern over a plan by the United States to bolster its military presence in the disputed waters of the South China Sea in a move the Pentagon has described as 'demonstrating freedom of navigation.'
Pentagon planning to send US military aircraft, Navy ships near China Press TV 13 May 2015 -- The United States is planning to send warplanes and warships to the South China Sea in order to put pressure on China over its artificial islands in the region, American officials say.
China 'Deeply Concerned' Over US Plans to Patrol South China Sea Sputnik 13 May 2015 -- Beijing is seeking an explanation from Washington for its recently revealed plans to deploy warships in the waters off the disputed Spratly Islands in the South China Sea, the country's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said on Wednesday.
First phase of Russian-Chinese naval drills over - Black Sea Fleet command TASS 13 May 2015 -- The first phase of the Russian-Chinese naval exercise Maritime Cooperation-2015 is over and it was a success, the chief of the Black Sea Fleet's staff, Vice-Admiral Alexander Nosatov, has told the media.
Nation starts research on naval jet People's Daily 13 May 2015 -- China's aviation industry is working on the development of aircraft with short takeoff and vertical landing capabilities needed for an important role in the Chinese navy's future operations, military experts said.
US Plans Military Patrols to Counter Beijing's Expansion in S. China Sea Sputnik 13 May 2015 -- Tensions in the South China Sea just became a lot more heated. According to a US official, the Pentagon is drafting plans to begin military patrols around China's land reclamation projects in the Spratly Archipelago.
China Builds Latest ASW-Capable Corvette Warship Sputnik 13 May 2015 -- Images from Chinese state television suggest that the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has commissioned the latest in its Type 056 Jiangdao-class corvette vessels.
China Calls Philippines' Occupation of Disputed Island 'Futile and Illegal' Sputnik 12 May 2015 -- One day after a Philippines general reaffirmed his country's claim on a disputed island in the South China Sea, vowing to defend it from foreign aggression, China dismissed the occupation as 'futile and illegal.'
China wary of Japan military bills People's Daily 12 May 2015 -- China has urged Japan to respect Asian security concerns and not to threaten China's sovereignty, after Japan's ruling coalition gave formal approval on Monday to bills that will expand the scope of operations by its Self-Defense Forces.
Russia-China navy drills begin in Russia's Black Sea port TASS 11 May 2015 -- An official ceremony in Novorossiysk has opened the Joint Sea 2015 naval drills in the Mediterranean, which will feature ten combat ships from Russia and China, press service of the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday.
Russian, Chinese military cooperation aimed against new threats - Defense Ministry TASS 11 May 2015 -- The military cooperation between Russia and China is aimed at improvement of the joint potential of counteracting new threats and challenges, Deputy Defense Minister Anatoly Antonov told reporters on Monday following negotiations between Russia's Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu and China's Vice-Chairman of the Central Military Commission Fan Changlong.
China manufactures first engine used in large and medium-sized drone People's Daily 11 May 2015 -- The 'Rainbow III' drone with a TD0 sample engine had its first successful flight on April. 29, 2015. China is now able to manufacture TD0 light aeroplane engines used in large and medium-sized drones, breaking a technology and market monopoly.
US Officials Brief Key Lawmakers on China Nuclear Deal VOA 11 May 2015 -- U.S. security and nuclear energy officials briefed key lawmakers Monday about the proposed 30-year extension of a U.S. nuclear power cooperation deal with China.
Beijing Lends Billions To Minsk RFE/RL 11 May 2015 -- China has agreed to lend about $7 billion to Belarus through credit lines set to open this month.
China says DOC not tool for Philippines to whitewash wrongdoings People's Daily 09 May 2015 -- China on Friday said the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) is not a tool for the Philippines to whitewash its wrongdoings, urging the Philippines to stop unfounded accusation and hyping of China's construction work.
Pentagon: China Expands Island Building VOA 08 May 2015 -- China has started building artificial islands in the South China Sea at a greater rate than ever to boost its territorial claims in the area, a U.S. Defense Department senior official said Friday.
DoD Release of the Report of Military and Security Developments in China DoD 08 May 2015 -- Department of Defense released the 'Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China'. This annual report informs Congress of the Department of Defense's assessment of military and security developments involving China.
Vietnam Seen Reclaiming Land on Hotly Disputed Islands in South China Sea People's Daily 08 May 2015 -- Pictures released by a Washington-based research organization show land reclamation at two sites in the South China Sea, where several countries have staked territorial claims.
With U.S. In Putin's Doghouse, Russia Promotes China As Key WWII Ally RFE/RL 08 May 2015 -- An indelible image from World War II shows U.S. and Soviet soldiers shaking hands at the Elbe River two weeks before the Nazi surrender -- the most powerful Allies meeting at Europe's heart after closing in on Germany from opposite sides.
China, Russia boost ties with naval drill in Mediterranean Sea People's Daily 08 May 2015 -- Military observers believe the first joint naval drill of Chinese and Russian naval forces in the Mediterranean Sea suggests the two countries' determination to further strengthen their military ties amid potential international conflicts.
'China military plans seek to foil repeat of WWII defeats' Press TV 08 May 2015 -- Beijing aims to press ahead with its military buildup program in an attempt to prevent the repetition of the humiliating experiences of World War II, the media outlet of the Chinese army says.
Chinese combat ships arrive in Russia's Novorossiysk for first time TASS 08 May 2015 -- A group of Chinese combat ships has arrived for the first time at Russia's Novorossiysk naval base on an official visit, Russian Navy spokesman Captain First Rank Igor Dygalo said on Friday.
Russia, China set up headquarters joint Mediterranean Sea military drills TASS 07 May 2015 -- Russia and China have set up headquarters at Russia's Novorossiysk naval base to exercise command and control over Joint Sea 2015 naval drills, Russian Navy spokesman Captain First Rank Igor Dygalo said on Thursday.
Getting close to a submarine detachment of the PLA navy People's Daily 07 May 2015 -- According to CCTV reports on April 27, the PLA navy's nuclear submarine completed an escort mission of more than two months in the Gulf of Aden recently and returned to the port of Qingdao. CCTV broadcast footage of the improved type 091 nuclear submarine for the first time, indicating that the submarine's escort missions in the region will become a standard exercise.
Chinese combat ships to enter Russia's Novorossiysk port for first time on May 8 TASS 07 May 2015 -- A group of China's combat ships will arrive at the Novorossiysk port for the first time on Friday to participate in the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in WWII, a Russian Navy spokesman said on Thursday.
China urges Philippines to stop provocation on sea disputes People's Daily 05 May 2015 -- China on Monday urged the Philippines to stop 'malicious hyping and provocation' on territorial disputes in the South China Sea.
China Slams Philippines for 'Illegal Construction' in South China Sea Sputnik 05 May 2015 -- China's territorial claims to the Spratly Islands, which are believed to be rich in oil and gas reserves, run counter to those of the Philippines, Taiwan, Malaysia, Brunei and Vietnam.
Two Chinese Naval Ships Enter Black Sea Heading to Novorossiysk Sputnik 05 May 2015 -- The purpose of entry of the ships into the Black Sea waters is still unknown, as there are no reports of previous visits of the Chinese ships.
China Develops Fourth-Generation Nuclear Sub Sputnik 05 May 2015 -- China completed the development of its fourth-generation nuclear submarine, media reports said late last week.
Three Chinese Vessels Enter Disputed Japanese Waters in East China Sea Sputnik 04 May 2015 -- Three Chinese coast guard vessels entered the waters of the Senkaku Islands, also known as the Diaoyu Islands and subject to a territorial dispute between Japan and China, local media reported Monday.
Tensions Simmer in Hong Kong in Lead Up to Vote VOA 04 May 2015 -- Political tensions continued in Hong Kong as pro-democracy legislators vowed to veto Beijing's plan for electoral reform in the city.
Mediterranean Naval Exercises to Strengthen Russia, China Relations Sputnik 03 May 2015 -- Chinese Defense Ministry spokesman Geng Yangsheng said that they would be focused on navigation safety, at-sea replenishment, escort missions and live fire exercises. Nine ships from the two countries would participate.
Construction in S China Sea to boost rescue efforts People's Daily 04 May 2015 -- China's ongoing efforts to build and upgrade infrastructure on islands and reefs in the South China Sea will improve its maritime search and rescue capability and help other nations, according to military experts.

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