September 2016 - China Special Weapons News

Chinese Official: Countering Dalai Lama Influence is 'Highest Priority' VOA 30 Sep 2016 -- China's newly appointed Communist Party secretary of the Tibetan Autonomous Region said Friday that countering the Dalai Lama's influence in Tibet was Beijing's highest regional priority.
Three Chinese fishermen Die after ROK Coast Guard Throws Sound Bombs People's Daily 30 Sep 2016 -- Three Chinese fishermen died on Thursday when a fire started on their boat inside the western South Korean territorial waters, officials reported.
China urges US, South Korea to cancel THAAD deployment Press TV 30 Sep 2016 -- Beijing has urged Washington to cancel the imminent deployment of a controversial missile system to South Korea, saying that militarization of the Korean Peninsula could "seriously harm the strategic interests of China."
New aircraft carrier's development in 'orderly progress' People's Daily 30 Sep 2016 -- The development of China's next-generation aircraft carrier is in "orderly progress," confirmed Senior Colonel Yang Yujun, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense (MOD), at a routine press briefing on Thursday.
China warns Japan against patrols with US in disputed sea Press TV 29 Sep 2016 -- China has warned Japan against plans to carry out joint training cruises with the United States in the disputed waters of the South China Sea, describing the patrols as an instance of "playing with fire."
New Chinese peacekeepers start UN mission in Liberia People's Daily 29 Sep 2016 -- A new group of Chinese peacekeepers has taken up a one-year UN peacekeeping mission in Liberia, after taking over duties from the previous group of soldiers Thursday.
Philippine President Turns to Russia, China Amid Coup Threat and War on Drugs Sputnik 28 Sep 2016 -- Amid a current cool in relations with Washington, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte now wants to turn to Russia and China using them as a counterbalance to the US and the West.
FM calls on Singapore to respect China's sea stance People's Daily 28 Sep 2016 -- China's foreign ministry called on Singapore to respect China's stance on the South China Sea issue on Tuesday, a further indication that China is upset about Singapore's enthusiasm for an increasing US presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Singapore Accuses Beijing Media of Fabricating Story on South China Sea Sputnik 28 Sep 2016 -- Singapore's ambassador to China has accused the Global Times, a major Chinese news outlet, of publishing an article containing falsehoods. China, however, insists the article is reporting the truth.
China urges Pakistan, India to settle differences over Kashmir Press TV 28 Sep 2016 -- China has urged Pakistan and India to settle their differences over Kashmir amid recent tensions in the disputed Himalayan region.
DPP calls for continued dialogue between Taiwan, China CNA 28 Sep 2016 -- The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on Wednesday urged China to maintain the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and continue the dialogue and communication between the two sides.
China, Myanmar vow to strengthen law enforcement, security cooperation People's Daily 28 Sep 2016 -- China and Myanmar have vowed to strengthen law enforcement and security cooperation.
US Probes More Chinese Firms for Breaching DPRK Sanctions VOA 28 Sep 2016 -- More Chinese companies and individuals are under investigation for suspected violations of sanctions on North Korea's nuclear proliferation, a senior U.S. official indicated Wednesday.
Chinese navy to receive first sailing training ship 'Polang' People's Daily 28 Sep 2016 -- A formation ceremony for a new navy fleet was held in Guangzhou, Guangdong province on Sept. 26. Within the new fleet is China's first sailing training ship, "Polang."
Beijing Grumbles About US Sanctions on Chinese Firm VOA 27 Sep 2016 -- China said Tuesday it is opposed to any country attempting to "enforce its domestic laws over China's enterprises and individuals," after the United States sanctioned a Chinese company for alleged support of North Korea's nuclear-weapons program.
Beijing Testing Newfound Approach to Easing Tensions in South China Sea Sputnik 27 Sep 2016 -- The arbitration ruling on the South China Sea might have added extra fuel to pre-existing tensions in the disputed waters, but instead of resorting to more belligerent rhetoric, Beijing and other claimants appear to be ready to invest in fostering cooperation and reviving joint development initiatives in the contested region.
China may step up pressure on Taiwan on 'one-China' issue: MAC CNA 27 Sep 2016 -- The Cabinet-level Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said in a report that China may increase the pressure on Taiwan's new government to shift its cross-strait policy in the direction of recognizing the "one-China" principle before Beijing holds a major political conference next year.
PLA deploys civilian ship for military delivery mission People's Daily 27 Sep 2016 -- A civilian Chinese ship participated in a soldier and ammunition delivery mission during a training in mid-September. This unprecedented "first" marks another step forward for the development of China's military delivery capacity.
Chinese air force sets new record in blue water training People's Daily 27 Sep 2016 -- On Sept. 25, the China Air Force dispatched over 40 fighters of various types for blue water training in the West Pacific. Meanwhile, bombers and fighters conducted a routine patrol in the East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), People's Daily Online reported.
President Xi expects strong, modern rocket force People's Daily 27 Sep 2016 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday instructed the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force to continue to build itself into a strong and modern rocket force.
Four Chinese Nationals and China-Based Company Charged with Using Front Companies to Evade U.S. Sanctions Targeting North Korea's Nuclear Weapons and Ballistic Missile Programs US Dept. of Justice 26 Sep 2016 -- Four Chinese nationals and a trading company based in Dandong, China, were charged by criminal complaint unsealed today with conspiring to evade U.S. economic sanctions and violating the Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferators Sanctions Regulations (WMDPSR) through front companies by facilitating prohibited U.S. dollar transactions through the United States on behalf of a sanctioned entity in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) and to launder the proceeds of that criminal conduct through U.S. financial institutions.
US sanctions Chinese firm, individuals over North Korea Press TV 26 Sep 2016 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on four Chinese individuals and a Chinese firm for having trade ties with North Korea.
Chinese Company Charged with Facilitating North Korea Money Laundering VOA 26 Sep 2016 -- The United States has announced criminal charges and economic sanctions against a Chinese company for alleged support of North Korea's nuclear weapons program.
Japan Scrambles Jets in Response to China's Military Air Drills Near Okinawa Sputnik 26 Sep 2016 -- Over 40 China's H-6K bombers, Su-30 fighter jets and air tankers flew through Japanese islands on Sunday while heading to large-scale military drills in the Western Pacific.
Tokyo objects to Chinese planes flying over disputed territory Press TV 26 Sep 2016 -- Japan has warned China against expanding its military activity to the skies over disputed East China Sea islands after Chinese warplanes flew near the area over the weekend.
China Planning To Help Tajikistan Protect Afghan Border RFE/RL 26 Sep 2016 -- Tajikistan says China plans to finance and build several outposts for Tajik border guards along the Tajik-Afghan border.
Japan Leery About China Fighter Jet Activity VOA 26 Sep 2016 -- Japan warned China Monday about sending fighter jets over a disputed territory that both countries claim in the East China Sea.
PLA hones real combat ability for stronger military People's Daily 26 Sep 2016 -- More than three years ago, Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made improving the army's combat strength a major focus in building a strong army, an idea that has since been the key goal of the military.
President Xi expects strong, modern rocket force People's Daily 26 Sep 2016 -- Chinese President Xi Jinpingon Monday instructed the People's Liberation Army(PLA) Rocket Force to improve its strategic capacity and build a strong and modern rocket force.
China operates world's biggest radio telescope to discover 'laws of universe' Press TV 25 Sep 2016 -- World's largest radio telescope has become operational in southwestern China, with officials in Beijing saying that the project will help scientists search for alien life.
India's Deployment of BrahMos Supersonic Stealth Missile is Making China Nervous Sputnik 25 Sep 2016 -- India's more hawkish foreign policy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with a major scoop up of international armaments has Beijing looking to their southern border with concern.
China conducts military exercises in Western Pacific Press TV 25 Sep 2016 -- China's Air Force has carried out a series of military drills and patrols in the Western Pacific region after passing through a strait between Japanese islands, a move that could escalate tensions in the region.
China Deploys Stealth Drones to Guard Disputed Islands in South, East China Seas Sputnik 25 Sep 2016 -- Amid mounting tensions over disputed territories in the East and South China Seas, Beijing is preparing to launch stealthy UAVs to oversee and map contested waters and islands.
China Develops Catapult-Launch Aircraft Carrier Sputnik 24 Sep 2016 -- It has been confirmed that China continues to develop its Catapult-Assisted Take-Off But Arrested Recovery (CATOBAR) program for aircraft carriers, after the identification of a Shenyang J-15 Flying Shark carrier-borne fighter with CATOBAR apparatus, the US Naval Institute reported Thursday.
Chinese deep-sea explorer ship completes maiden voyage People's Daily 23 Sep 2016 -- The Chinese deep-sea research ship Zhang Jian returned to her home port in Shanghai after finishing a 74-day scientific research trip to the Southern Pacific.
China continues to expand UN peacekeeping efforts around the world People's Daily 23 Sep 2016 -- China is now the largest contributor to UN Peacekeeping among UN Security Council members, involved with 10 of the current 16 peacekeeping operations led by UN's department of peacekeeping operations, with over 2,600 Chinese soldiers taking part.
Air force to conduct regular patrols over islands People's Daily 23 Sep 2016 -- Patrols in the South China Sea by Chinese Air Force jets have become a "regular" practice to improve their combat readiness, an air force spokesperson said on Thursday.
China, Ukraine, Zimbabwe Among Leaders to Speak at UNGA VOA 21 Sep 2016 -- The second day of the U.N. General Assembly annual meeting kicked off Wednesday with speeches from leaders of China, Japan, Ukraine, the European Union, Afghanistan and Pakistan, among others.
China donates trunked radio system to Cambodia People's Daily 21 Sep 2016 -- China's Ministry of Defense on Wednesday handed over equipment and material for assembling a trunked radio system to Cambodian Ministry of Defense, officials said.
China denounces European Parliament leaders' meeting with Dalai Lama People's Daily 20 Sep 2016 -- China is firmly opposed to the choice of the European Parliament to meet the 14th Dalai Lama, and cannot expected to remain silent in light of this event, said China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sept. 19.
China urges Philippines to solve disputes through dialogue People's Daily 20 Sep 2016 -- China urges the Philippines to solve bilateral disputes through negotiation and consultation on the basis of mutual respect and trust, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Tuesday.
China urges Japan to take neighbors' security concerns seriously People's Daily 20 Sep 2016 -- A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tuesday urged Japan to take its neighbors' security concerns seriously and act prudently in military and security fields.
Chinese Company Under Scrutiny for Evading North Korean Sanctions VOA 20 Sep 2016 -- A Chinese conglomerate with extensive North Korean ties is reportedly under investigation by authorities in Beijing and Washington for helping the Kim Jong Un government evade international sanctions and expand its nuclear weapons program.
China-Russia naval drill ends with island-seizing mission People's Daily 20 Sep 2016 -- China-Russia naval drill ends with island-seizing mission
China vows aid to resolve refugee crises People's Daily 20 Sep 2016 -- China pledged $100 million in humanitarian aid on Monday to help countries and international organizations to resolve refugee and migrant crises and will consider additional support measures.
China denounces EU Parliament leaders' meeting with Dalai Lama Press TV 19 Sep 2016 -- China has strongly denounced the European Union's parliament for receiving Buddhist spiritual leader Dalai Lama, saying the move could damage relations between the bloc and Beijing.
China slams Japan's South China Sea plans Press TV 19 Sep 2016 -- China has voiced deep disappointment over Japan's conduct in the South China Sea after Tokyo announced it may set up training patrols with the United States in the region.
KMT rebuts amid controversy over local leaders' visit to China CNA 19 Sep 2016 -- The opposition Kuomintang (KMT) rebutted charges by the government led by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Monday of damaging Taiwan's dignity and sovereignty after a group of eight local government chiefs met China's top Taiwan affairs official in Beijing the previous day.
Taiwan opposition delegation travels to China to forge ties Press TV 19 Sep 2016 -- A high-profile Taiwanese delegation consisting of opposition officials has broken ranks with the government and traveled to China to strengthen frosty ties amid tensions with Beijing.
China, Russia conclude joint naval drill People's Daily 19 Sep 2016 -- Chinese and Russian naval forces on Monday concluded their joint military exercise in the waters off the southern province of Guangdong, pledging to enhance practical cooperation.
China, Russia mark end of naval drill in disputed Sea Press TV 19 Sep 2016 -- Chinese and Russian naval forces have staged an island-seizing mission as part of a joint annual drill in the disputed South China Sea.
China-Russia Drills Highlight Converging Interests; Undercurrents Remain VOA 19 Sep 2016 -- China and Russia have just held their first round of joint exercises in the South China Sea, including an island-seizing and island landing drill as well as anti-submarine and air defense maneuvers.
Chinese Media Warns US-Japan 'Fishing for Trouble' in South China Sea Sputnik 19 Sep 2016 -- China's Xinhua news suggests that Japan has "ulterior motives" for intervening in the South China Sea including cozying up to the United States and garnering influence towards its own territorial dispute over the Senkaku (Diaoyu) Islands.
China to conduct brain-computer interaction experiments on Tiangong-2 People's Daily 18 Sep 2016 -- Tiangong-2, China's first space lab in a real sense, was successfully launched into space on Sept. 15. A brain-computer interaction test system, developed by Tianjin University and installed in the lab, will conduct a series of experiments in space.
8 Taiwan local government leaders visit Beijing (update 2) CNA 18 Sep 2016 -- Eight city and county government leaders of Taiwan held a "breakthrough" meeting with Beijing officials Sunday, urging China to seek ways to "reset and restart" cross-strait ties.
Taiwan urges China not to set political conditions for exchanges CNA 18 Sep 2016 -- Taiwan's mainland affairs authorities reiterated the government stance Sunday that no political conditions should be attached to exchanges between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait so that true understanding can be possible between them.
China's State Council officials pledge allegiance to the Constitution People's Daily 18 Sep 2016 -- The State Council on Sunday held a ceremony for 55 officials to pledge fidelity to the Constitution.
China Acquires Vicious 1,553MPH Su-35 Multirole Fighter Jets From Russia Sputnik 18 Sep 2016 -- The first four Su-35 fighter jets from a 24 aircraft arms deal between the two allies are to be delivered before the end of the year according to a statement by the Komsomolsk-on-Amur aviation plant.
Astronauts given comfort upgrade on China's new space lab People's Daily 17 Sep 2016 -- New space lab will be equipped with Bluetooth, better lighting, sound dampening, exercise equipment and other features
US Eyeing Chinese Influence In Australian Politics VOA 16 Sep 2016 -- The United States has expressed concern about China's influence in Australia's domestic politics and wants reforms to eliminate Beijing's ability to use financial donations to influence Australian politicians.
Relations with China always top priority in Vietnam's foreign policy: official People's Daily 16 Sep 2016 -- "The stable, healthy and sustainable development of relations with China is always a strategic choice of Vietnam and among top priorities in Vietnam's foreign policy," Le Hoai Trung, Vietnam's deputy foreign minister, said Friday.
China, Japan agree to speed up negotiations on air, maritime contact mechanism People's Daily 16 Sep 2016 -- China and Japan reached an agreement on speeding up the negotiation process on the air and maritime contact mechanism between the defense ministries of the two countries in the fifth round of high-level consultations on maritime affairs held here on Wednesday and Thursday.
Tiangong-2 takes China one step closer to space station People's Daily 16 Sep 2016 -- China's Tiangong-2 space lab blasted off on Thursday, marking another milestone in its increasingly ambitious space program, which envisions a mission to Mars by the end of this decade and its own space station by around 2020.
Russia-China drills to strengthen regional stability: Russian foreign ministry People's Daily 16 Sep 2016 -- The on-going Russian-Chinese naval drills in the South China Sea should help strengthen stability in the region rather than destabilize it, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
Joint Statement on the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty by the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty Nuclear-Weapon States US Dept. of State 15 Sep 2016 -- The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of China, France, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
China's space lab Tiangong-2 blasts off People's Daily 15 Sep 2016 -- In a cloud of brown smoke, Tiangong-2 roared into the air underneath a mid-autumn full moon from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on the back of a Long March-2F rocket, trailing a vast volume of flame.
China Launches Space Lab into Orbit VOA 15 Sep 2016 -- China has launched its second space laboratory into orbit Thursday, in a step towards having its own manned space station.
Russian-Chinese Naval Interaction-2016 Drills Enter Active Phase Sputnik 15 Sep 2016 -- Russian and Chinese naval war games Naval Interaction-2016 enter active stage with ships and servicemen, Russia's Pacific Fleet Rear Adm. Vadim Kulit said Thursday.
Chinese, Russian navies depart for joint drill at sea People's Daily 15 Sep 2016 -- Chinese and Russian fleets sailed out of a port in Zhanjiang in south China's Guangdong Province Thursday to predetermined waters for joint naval drill.
China Against Unilateral Sanctions Against North Korea Sputnik 15 Sep 2016 -- China is opposed to imposing unilateral sanctions on North Korea, according to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
Japan-India Nexus in South China Sea 'Disgraceful' Says China Sputnik 14 Sep 2016 -- Japan is interested in reviving an almost 'dead deal' regarding the sale of 12 amphibious aircraft to India to counter Chinese actions in the South China Sea.
President reaffirms commitment to improve cross-strait ties CNA 14 Sep 2016 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Wednesday reaffirmed her commitment to improve Taiwan's relations with China and pledged to help Taiwanese businessmen solve problems they face on the mainland.
Mainland stresses firm opposition to "Taiwan independence" People's Daily 14 Sep 2016 -- Ma Xiaoguang, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, has said that any "Taiwan independence" activities will be firmly opposed.
China to launch Tiangong-2 space lab on Sept. 15 People's Daily 14 Sep 2016 -- China will launch the Tiangong-2 space lab from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China's Gobi Desert at 10:04 p.m. on Thursday.
China sets up joint logistics force, Xi confers flags People's Daily 14 Sep 2016 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday conferred flags to joint logistics units as the Central Military Commission (CMC) established a joint logistics support force.
Russia, China Join Forces to Ensure Freedom of Navigation in South China Sea Sputnik 13 Sep 2016 -- The "Naval Interaction 2016" naval exercises by Russia and China in the South China Sea are intended to protect the balance of power in the region amid growing activity from the US, experts told Russian business newspaper Vzglyad.
India, China Hold Talks on Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Sputnik 13 Sep 2016 -- India and China held a fresh round of arms control consultations in New Delhi. The talks covered issues of mutual interest in the area of disarmament and non-proliferation.
PLA Air Force to regularize training over First Island Chain People's Daily 13 Sep 2016 -- Several People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force aircraft, including H-6K bombers, flew over Bashi Channel toward the Western Pacific Ocean for high-sea training on Sept. 12, a spokesperson of the PLA Air Force said.
China unseats 45 lawmakers over involvement in election fraud Press TV 13 Sep 2016 -- The standing committee of China's National People's Congress (NPC) has decided to disqualify 45 lawmakers representing a northeastern province over electoral fraud.
In Hong Kong, Government Pressed to Probe Threats Against Councillor VOA 12 Sep 2016 -- More than 70 groups gathered in Hong Kong Sunday to protest threats and intimidation levied against a member of Hong Kong's Legislative Council.
China-Russia navy drill in South China Sea highlights strong ties People's Daily 12 Sep 2016 -- China and Russia will start an eight-day joint naval exercise from Monday, which for the first time will take place in the South China Sea for the first time, according to a Chinese navy spokesman.
US to Remain 'Responsive' to Outcome of Russia-China South China Sea Drills Sputnik 12 Sep 2016 -- The United States will carefully monitor the developments around the latest Russian and Chinese joint naval drills in the South China Sea, US Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson said at a Center for American Progress forum on Monday.
China, Russia launch South China Sea naval wargames Press TV 12 Sep 2016 -- China and Russia have launched eight-day joint naval wargames in the disputed South China Sea amid tensions with the US which is expanding its military presence in the region.
Taiwan, China conduct repatriations under Kinmen Agreement CNA 12 Sep 2016 -- Taiwan's immigration authorities repatriated eight Chinese nationals from Matsu Monday, based on the Kinmen Agreement, while China handed over three Taiwanese.
China to launch Kuaizhou-11, new generation of quick-response rocket in 2017 People's Daily 12 Sep 2016 -- The newest generation of China's homegrown quick-response rocket is scheduled to enter commercial use in 2017, a scientist with a State-owned space technology enterprise disclosed on Sept. 11.
North Korea's Nuclear Test Puts New Pressure on China VOA 12 Sep 2016 -- The U.S. and its allies have responded to North Korea's fifth nuclear test conducted on Friday with calls for new sanctions, but China continues to give off ambiguous signals about whether it will support any further punitive action against its traditional ally.
Anti-Pyongyang sanctions can lead to a dead end: Beijing Press TV 12 Sep 2016 -- China says sanctions alone cannot solve the North Korean nuclear issue as the UN and the US are pushing for fresh bans against Pyongyang following its recent nuclear test.
Commentary: Routine China-Russia joint naval drill no reason for fear mongering People's Daily 12 Sep 2016 -- As China and Russia started on Monday an eight-day joint naval drill off the coast of south China's Guangdong Province, speculations are going rife that the military exercises are meant as a "sabre-rattling" event in the South China Sea."
White paper hails China's progress in judicial protection of human rights People's Daily 12 Sep 2016 -- A white paper published Monday by the State Council Information Office hailed the new progress made in human rights protection in the field of justice as China enhances the rule of law in all respects.
Japan Coast Guard Detects Four Chinese Ships Near E China Sea Disputed Islands Sputnik 11 Sep 2016 -- Four Chinese ships entered Japanese territorial waters on Sunday near the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, the Japan Coast Guard said.
Chinese vessels sail near disputed islands in East China Sea: Japan Press TV 11 Sep 2016 -- Four Chinese ships have sailed near islands in the East China Sea that are administered by Japan but also claimed by Beijing, Tokyo says.
Chinese Coastguard Vessels Patrol Waters Near Disputed Islands in East China Sea Sputnik 11 Sep 2016 -- Several Chinese coastguard vessels are patrolling the waters near a disputed group of islands in the East China Sea, a local broadcaster reported Sunday.
China, Russia to begin joint drills in South China Sea on Monday Press TV 11 Sep 2016 -- China and Russia will commence eight-day naval drills in the disputed South China Sea on Monday, Beijing has announced.
China, Russia to Begin Massive Eight Day Naval War Games in South China Sea Sputnik 11 Sep 2016 -- The military exercise proceeds as tensions continue to mount over the contested waters with the Obama administration demanding that China submit to the ruling of The Hague international tribunal invalidating Beijing's historical claim.
China, Russia navies to hold navy drill in South China Sea People's Daily 11 Sep 2016 -- China and Russia will stage an eight-day Navy drill in the South China Sea off southern China's Guangdong Province starting Monday, a Chinese Navy spokesperson said Sunday.
Chinese Army Equips All Ground Troops With Advanced WZ-10 Attack Helicopters Sputnik 10 Sep 2016 -- An updated version of China's WZ-10 combat helicopters will soon be assigned to all ground force aviation units, according to the China Daily.
Uighurs, Wary of China's Response to Kyrgyzstan Attack, Trying to Stop Militancy VOA 09 Sep 2016 -- A prominent ethnic Uighur rights group says it fears China will exploit a Uighur militant's suicide attack on its embassy in Kyrgyzstan last week to repress minority Uighurs in the neighboring Chinese region of Xinjiang.
Beijing Denies Reports of Stealth Fighter Jet Deployed on India Border Sputnik 09 Sep 2016 -- The People's Liberation Army claims that keeping warplanes in the area makes no tactical or diplomatic sense.
China firmly opposes DPRK nuclear test People's Daily 09 Sep 2016 -- China's Foreign Ministry issued a statement on Friday expressing firm opposition to the nuclear test by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Beijing disapproves of North Korea's latest nuclear test Press TV 09 Sep 2016 -- China has criticized North Korea for its latest nuclear test, urging Pyongyang to resolve issues in the region through dialog.
Farewell to Nanchang: first-generation Chinese guided missile destroyer decommissioned People's Daily 09 Sep 2016 -- Type 051 guided missile destroyer Nanchang has been officially decommissioned as of Sept. 8, after serving in the Chinese Navy for almost 34 years. According to some, Nanchang was China's last active Type 051 destroyer.
China's absence from high-level security dialogue due to 'work arrangement': Ministry of Defense People's Daily 09 Sep 2016 -- China opted not to send a delegation to this week's Seoul Defense Dialogue(SDD) because of "reasons of work arrangement," the Global Times wrote on Sept. 8, quoting an unidentified Ministry spokesperson. No further details were offered.
Japan Accuses Chinese Coast Guard of Entering Disputed Waters in East China Sea Sputnik 08 Sep 2016 -- Three ships of China's Coast Guard have conducted patrols near the disputed Senkaku (Diaoyu) Islands in the East China Sea, controlled by Tokyo and claimed by Beijing, the Japan Coast Guard (formerly the Maritime Safety Agency) said on Thursday.
China's current nuclear safety frameworks effective, but require further development to cope with planned nuclear growth – UN atomic agency expert team UN News 08 Sep 2016 -- Concluding a ten-day mission to China, a United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) expert team has found that the country's nuclear and radiation safety frameworks are effective, but will require further development due to rapid nuclear energy growth.
China wants US out of South China Sea dispute Press TV 08 Sep 2016 -- China has implicitly urged the United States not to meddle in the South China Sea territorial dispute, saying Beijing is eager to work with South Asian countries to settle the issue.
MAC calls on China to talk on telecom fraud issue CNA 08 Sep 2016 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) called on China Thursday to hold talks with Taiwan as soon as possible on ways and means to effectively combat telecom scams that have hurt Chinese victims.
129 Chinese telecom fraud suspects brought back from Armenia People's Daily 08 Sep 2016 -- Chinese police have brought 129 telecom fraud suspects back from Armenia, the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) announced on Wednesday.
Army gets advanced, new combat helicopters People's Daily 08 Sep 2016 -- The People's Liberation Army has equipped all of its ground force aviation units with advanced WZ-10 combat helicopters, according to PLA media.
China's second aircraft carrier features smaller island to maximize carrying capacity: military expert People's Daily 08 Sep 2016 -- According to online photos showing the construction of China's second aircraft carrier, workers are already at the stage of attaching the ship's island, which acts as the command center for all flight deck operations. The installation of the island means that nearly all the large-scale equipment is basically finished and in place, and that the ship is close to entering water.
US-China Tensions Undermine Cooperation on N. Korean Nuclear Threat VOA 08 Sep 2016 -- Washington and Beijing's longstanding agreement on the need to persuade North Korea to give up its nuclear ambitions is, analysts say, splintering over rising tensions in the region and diverging national interests.
China's Surface-to-Air Defense Missiles Get Major Upgrade Sputnik 08 Sep 2016 -- Beijing has created a state-of-the-art variant of its long-range HQ-16 surface-to-air missile.
China Tests J-20 Stealth Fighter in Preparation for Pacific Ocean Patrols Sputnik 08 Sep 2016 -- China's J-20 stealth fighter is being tested in the mountains close to the Indian border, but the new technology is intended for deployment in the Western Pacific, military expert Vasiliy Kashin told Sputnik.
Hong Kong Councilor: Beijing Manipulated Election VOA 07 Sep 2016 -- A pro-Beijing Liberal Party candidate who recently dropped out of Hong Kong's Legislative Council election alleged Wednesday that three mainlanders had made threats that forced him to quit.
Japan's Abe 'seriously concerned' about China's territorial claims Press TV 07 Sep 2016 -- Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says Tokyo is "seriously concerned" about China's claims in the East and South China seas.
China, ASEAN reaffirm free navigation, overflight over South China Sea People's Daily 07 Sep 2016 -- China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Wednesday reaffirmed their respect of freedom of navigation and overflight in the South China Sea under principles of international law, including the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Chinese official wants 'something new' from Taiwan's top negotiator CNA 06 Sep 2016 -- China's Taiwan affairs minister said Tuesday that he would like to know whether Taiwan's top negotiator with China will insist on the "political foundation" for cross-Taiwan Strait exchanges and come up with new ideas for moving bilateral ties forward.
China warns new Hong Kong lawmakers to avoid backing independence Press TV 06 Sep 2016 -- Beijing has warned anti-China activists who have managed to enter the parliament in Hong Kong to avoid backing independence for the semi-autonomous region.
China, Finland agree to expand military ties People's Daily 05 Sep 2016 -- Chinese Defense Minister Chang Wanquan pledged Monday to maintain high-level military exchanges and cooperation with Finland in a meeting with his Finnish counterpart Jussi Niinisto in Beijing.
China censures S Korea over US missile system Press TV 05 Sep 2016 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has rebuked South Korea for agreeing to let US forces deploy an advanced missile system in the South Asian country.
Xi Expresses Opposition Over US Missile System Deployment in S.Korea Sputnik 05 Sep 2016 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping during a meeting with his South Korean counterpart Park Geun-hye on Monday said that he opposes the deployment of US missile defense systems in South Korea in response to perceived North Korea's growing missile and nuclear threat.
China's aero-engine development industry sets lofty goals for next decade People's Daily 05 Sep 2016 -- After 60 years of development, China has established a relatively comprehensive research and development system for aero-engines, with about 90 percent of the country's operational aircraft utilizing domestic engines at present, according to an expert.
Pro-independence candidates win seats in Hong Kong's poll Press TV 05 Sep 2016 -- Several pro-independence candidates have won seats in Hong Kong's legislative council election, raising the stakes in the already tense relations with China.
Anti-Beijing Lawmakers Win Seats in Hong Kong Elections VOA 05 Sep 2016 -- A new generation of lawmakers bent on preserving Hong Kong's autonomy against increasing interference from China is heading to victory in the territory's parliamentary elections.
China's Censors Scramble After Xi's G-20 Speech VOA 05 Sep 2016 -- Censors in China are working overtime to scrub the Internet and social media of any mention of a slip-up made by Chinese President Xi Jinping made during a speech in Hangzhou before the Group of 20 Nations leaders' summit.
Remarks by President Obama Before Bilateral Meeting with President Xi Jinping of China at the G20 Summit The White House 04 Sep 2016
Philippines 'Gravely Concerned' China is Starting to Invade Scarborough Shoal Sputnik 05 Sep 2016 -- The Philippines demanded an explanation from China's ambassador over the "increasing number" of Chinese military vessels near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.
UK G20 delegation warned against being seduced by Chinese female spies Press TV 04 Sep 2016 -- UK Prime Minister Theresa May's officials are being warned to avoid "honey traps" in Hangzhou, China, where global leaders are convening for the G20 summit.
China passes new law on national defense transport People's Daily 04 Sep 2016 -- China's legislature on Saturday approved a new law on national defense transport, regulating the planning, construction, management and use of transportation resources for national defense.
Polls open in Hong Kong's key legislative elections Press TV 04 Sep 2016 -- Voters have started going to the polls in Hong Kong to choose lawmakers for the independent legislative body of the special administrative region of China.
Major Election in Hong Kong With Calls for Independence VOA 04 Sep 2016 -- Hong Kong voted in its first major elections Sunday since the mass pro-democracy protests in 2014, with calls for independence and anti-China sentiment running high among some groups of younger voters.
Obama: China Needs to Adopt More Responsible Role on International Stage VOA 04 Sep 2016 -- U.S. President Barack Obama is telling China it needs to adopt a more responsible role on the world stage and adhere to international norms.
Beijing Develops New Long Range Bomber as Part of 'Transformation' Process Sputnik 02 Sep 2016 -- Chinese Air Force chief Ma Xiaotian told state media Friday that China is developing a new long-range bomber as part of an initiative to modernize the country's military.
Chinese J-20 Stealth Fighter Allegedly Spotted Near Indian Border Sputnik 02 Sep 2016 -- This development is significant as it comes just days after China warned India against deploying the supersonic BrahMos missile in the same region.
China Developing New-Generation Strategic Bomber Sputnik 02 Sep 2016 -- China is developing a new-generation strategic bomber that will soon be presented to the public, China's Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Ma Xiaotian said.
China's largest carrier rocket arrives at launch center People's Daily 02 Sep 2016 -- The Long March-5, China's largest carrier rocket to date, arrived at a launch center in southern China on Sept. 1. The rocket is scheduled to be launched in November, according to national defense and aerospace authorities.
China Rocket Launch Reportedly Failed VOA 02 Sep 2016 -- The South China Morning Post and multiple space enthusiast websites are reporting that China suffered a failed space launch Thursday morning, resulting in the destruction of "one of the country's most advanced earth observation satellites."
UN Security Council strongly condemns terrorist attack against Chinese Embassy in Kyrgyzstan UN News 02 Sep 2016 -- The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned the recent terrorist bomb attack against the Chinese Embassy in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, which caused injuries of embassy staff, stressing that diplomatic and consular premises must not be violated.
Spouse of US Woman Charged as Spy: China Hiding Evidence VOA 02 Sep 2016 -- The husband of an American woman who has been charged of spying on China said Thursday that Beijing is trying to cover up evidence that could exonerate her.
Hong Kong Election Follows Rising Discontent VOA 02 Sep 2016 -- When People's Liberation Army soldiers rolled into Hong Kong at midnight on July 1, 1997 to resume China's sovereignty from the departing British, flag-waving crowds cheered their arrival at the territory's rural border with the mainland.

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