March 2017 - China Special Weapons News

'No Such Thing': Beijing Balks at Island Construction in South China Sea Sputnik 31 Mar 2017 -- The Chinese Defense Ministry rejects the notion that man-made islands are a real fixture in the South China Sea, alleging there is "no such thing" via a spokesman on Thursday.
Analysts: China Will be Able to Police Rival Countries in Disputed Sea VOA 31 Mar 2017 -- China's near completion of artificial islets and combat aircraft facilities in the Spratly Islands will give it extra power to make other countries keep out of the widely disputed South China Sea or get Chinese permission to use it, analysts say.
Second carrier nears launch People's Daily 31 Mar 2017 -- China's first domestically built aircraft carrier is being outfitted with equipment and the work is progressing smoothly, Defense Ministry spokesman Wu Qian said on Thursday.
Arms won't stop unification with Taiwan, warns China Press TV 30 Mar 2017 -- China's Defense Ministry says Taiwan is wrong to think it could use weapons to prevent unification as Washington is considering fresh sales of advanced weaponry to the self-ruled island.
China's military launches education campaign on upholding Xi's core status People's Daily 30 Mar 2017 -- China's Central Military Commission (CMC) has issued a guideline on launching an education campaign themed on upholding the core and following commands.
China Politics, Reforms in Conflict Ahead of Communist Conclave VOA 30 Mar 2017 -- With major political changes on the Communist Party's agenda in 2017, China is expected to avoid taking decisive reform measures that could result in large scale job losses and put pressure on the leadership.
Chinese fishing boat seized near Pengjia Islet CNA 29 Mar 2017 -- A Chinese fishing boat and its crew were seized and detained after they were caught fishing near Taiwan's Pengjia Islet (彭佳嶼), the Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said Wednesday.
Rival Nations Dabble in South China Sea Tourism Despite Risks VOA 29 Mar 2017 -- Countries around the disputed South China Sea are opening tiny islets, some once tiny reefs, for tourism as a way of proving territorial claims, but the trend is expected to falter long term for lack of economic returns.
CPC Central Committee calls to institutionalize education campaign People's Daily 29 Mar 2017 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee has said the ongoing education campaign on Party management should be institutionalized.
China Nears Completion of Military Bases on S China Sea Reefs - Think Tank Sputnik 28 Mar 2017 -- China has almost completed the construction of military facilities on the disputed South China Sea Islands, the US-based Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (AMTI) think tank said.
Report: Beijing's Man-made South China Sea Islands Nearly Complete VOA 28 Mar 2017 -- A Washington-based think tank has concluded China has almost finished construction or three man-made islands in the South China Sea, giving it the ability to deploy warplanes and other military weapons on the islands at any time.
China, Philippines to hold talks on maritime issues in May People's Daily 28 Mar 2017 -- China and the Philippines will hold the first meeting of a bilateral consultation mechanism on the South China Sea issue in May, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said on Tuesday.
Taiwan working to secure release of human rights advocate in China CNA 28 Mar 2017 -- The Presidential Office said on Tuesday that the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) and other government agencies are doing all they can to help secure the release of Lee Ming-che (李明哲), a human rights and democracy advocate from Taiwan detained in China.
MAC urges China to explain arrest of Taiwan human rights advocate CNA 28 Mar 2017 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) called on China on Tuesday to explain what has happened to Taiwanese human rights and democracy advocate Lee Ming-che (李明哲) whose wife said he has been detained by Chinese security authorities.
Tokyo Dismisses Chinese Protest Over Visit of Senior Japanese Official to Taiwan Sputnik 28 Mar 2017 -- The visit of a Japanese senior official to Taiwan on Saturday was meant only to promote Japan's tourist sights, local media reported Tuesday citing Japan's Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida.
PLA stages live-fire drill near China-Myanmar border People's Daily 28 Mar 2017 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA)forces on Tuesday staged an air-ground live-fire drill in south China, close to the border with Myanmar, military sources said.
Chinese military stages drills near restive Myanmar border Press TV 28 Mar 2017 -- China's army troops have held drills near its border with Myanmar following weeks of clashes between armed ethnic rebel groups and Myanmar's military.
PLA Daily vows strict discipline for Chinese army People's Daily 27 Mar 2017 -- A total of 4,885 military officials were punished for disciplinary offenses in 2016, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) flagship newspaper reported Monday.
Hong Kong Set to Arrest Protest Leaders VOA 27 Mar 2017 -- Nine Hong Kong activists were informed Monday that they will be arrested for their involvement in the student protests of the Umbrella Movement of 2014 and charged with creating a public nuisance.
China calls for cooperation mechanism among South China Sea littoral countries People's Daily 26 Mar 2017 -- China on Saturday called on littoral countries of the South China Sea to establish a cooperation mechanism.
Bill to monitor cross-strait pacts crucial: Chinese official CNA 26 Mar 2017 -- China's top negotiator with Taiwan said Sunday that a draft bill on monitoring agreements between the two sides should be passed in Taiwan's Legislature as soon as possible so that bilateral negotiations on a pending trade pact can resume.
Hong Kong's New Chief Exec Pledges to Unite a Divided Society VOA 26 Mar 2017 -- Hong Kong has selected Carrie Lam to be the city's first-ever female chief executive, sealing an election that many saw as a foregone conclusion and not a democratic race.
Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor elected as Hong Kong's new chief executive People's Daily 26 Mar 2017 -- Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor on Sunday won the election of the fifth-term chief executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR).
China favorite elected Hong Kong's new leader Press TV 26 Mar 2017 -- Former senior government official Carrie Lam has been elected Hong Kong's next leader by a 1,200-person committee amid competing rallies held outside the election venue over China's rule.
Malaysia Buying Chinese Ships to Protect its Waters From China, Others VOA 24 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia's deal to buy Chinese naval ships and step up patrols against any intrusions from China underscores the complexity of relations between the two countries and signals growing concern over national defense.
China to launch fourth FY-3 meteorological satellite in 2017 People's Daily 24 Mar 2017 -- According to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, China plans to launch its fourth Fengyun-3 (FY-3) meteorological satellite in the second half of 2017, Xinhuanet.com reported on March 23. It will be China's 16th meteorological satellite.
Xi calls for greater reform efforts People's Daily 24 Mar 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday underlined the importance of implementation, urging leading officials to keep in mind the overall situation while pushing forward with reform.
China May Launch 2nd Liaoning Aircraft Carrier Late April Sputnik 24 Mar 2017 -- Second Chinese Liaoning aircraft carrier might be launched at the end of April 2017, local media reported Friday.
Growing Disconnect with China Seen Ahead of Hong Kong Election VOA 24 Mar 2017 -- On March 26 in Hong Kong, an electoral committee of nearly 1,200 people, stacked with Beijing loyalists, will select the city's chief executive for the next five years.
Taiwan coast guard seizes Chinese fishing boat near Dongsha Islands CNA 23 Mar 2017 -- Taiwan's coast guard said Thursday that it had seized a Chinese fishing boat and detained the captain and crew after they were caught fishing earlier in the week in waters near the Dongsha Islands, which are controlled by Taiwan.
China on high alert for Japan's military move People's Daily 23 Mar 2017 -- China said on Thursday it is on high alert for Japan's true intentions as the Japanese helicopter-carrier destroyer Kaga went into service on Wednesday.
Russia Started Su-35 Fighter Jets Supplies to China in 2016 - Putin's Aide Sputnik 23 Mar 2017 -- Russia began Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets supplies to China in 2016, the two countries are discussing further cooperation, Russian Presidential Aide for Military-Technical Cooperation Vladimir Kozhin said Thursday.
ZTE pleads guilty to dodging Iran sanctions Press TV 23 Mar 2017 -- China's telecommunications giant ZTE Corp has pleaded guilty in US federal court in Texas for shipping US goods and technology to Iran.
Premier Li Denies China's World Dominance Ambition, Warns About New Cold War Sputnik 23 Mar 2017 -- China is not seeking global dominance, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang assured on Thursday.
Blackwater founder to open bases in Xinjiang People's Daily 22 Mar 2017 -- Military company Blackwater's founder plans to build new bases in China, a move to support the One Belt and One Road initiative.
China Angers Philippine President with Reported Plan to Build in Disputed Sea VOA 22 Mar 2017 -- China's reported proposal to build a monitoring station on a tiny shoal disputed by Manila would erode a fragile trust between the two countries and fluster the Philippine president, who is anxious to seek Chinese economic assistance.
China denies reported construction plan for Huangyan Island People's Daily 22 Mar 2017 -- The reported plan to build an environmental monitoring station on Huangyan Island in the South China Sea is not true, a foreign ministry spokesperson said Wednesday in Beijing.
China Not to Build Monitoring Facility on Disputed S China Sea Shoal Sputnik 22 Mar 2017 -- Beijing is not planning to build a monitoring facility on the disputed shoal in the South China Sea.
China, U.S. agree on principle of no conflict, mutual respect People's Daily 22 Mar 2017 -- China and the United States reached consensus on developing ties in the spirit of no conflict, no confrontation, mutual respect and win-win cooperation during U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's Beijing trip, said a Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wednesday.
China eyes new impetus in ties with Australia, New Zealand People's Daily 22 Mar 2017 -- China hopes for new impetus for trade and investment cooperation and regional prosperity through the upcoming visit of Premier Li Keqiang to Australia and New Zealand.
Beijing Lashes Out Against US Over Taiwan Weapons Deal Sputnik 21 Mar 2017 -- The Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman has called for the US to terminate its deal with Taiwan as a means for maintaining Sino-US relations.
Beijing's Anti-THAAD Moves Sour China Views in South Korea VOA 21 Mar 2017 -- A new public opinion poll shows growing anti-China sentiment in South Korea over reports of economic retaliation by Beijing against the deployment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile defense system.
Is Xi Jinping Putin-izing China? VOA 21 Mar 2017 -- One thing that was clear during China's recently concluded high-level political meetings in Beijing is that Xi Jinping is the country's uncontested leader and the most powerful this populous nation has seen in decades.
Taiwan confirms China's deployment of DF-16 missiles CNA 20 Mar 2017 -- Defense Minister Feng Shih-kuan (馮世寬) on Monday confirmed that there is a growing military threat from China, which he said has been deploying a new type of medium-range ballistic missiles capable of hitting Taiwan.
China Has Medium Range Dongfeng Missiles Possibly Targeting Taiwan Sputnik 20 Mar 2017 -- China may be keeping Dongfeng 16 medium range missiles trained on its breakaway region of Taiwan, local media reported Monday, citing Taiwanese Defense Minister Feng Shih-kuan.
Tillerson, Xi pledge closer cooperation over disputes, at least in public Press TV 19 Mar 2017 -- US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Chinese President Xi Jinping have pledged to bolster ties between the two countries, sidestepping areas of disagreement with a public display of cooperation.
Cross-strait relations in cold but peaceful situation: report CNA 19 Mar 2017 -- The China policy planner and implementer of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)-led government of Taiwan regards relations with China as being in a cold but peaceful situation, while Beijing intensifies opposition to any Taiwan independence attempts.
Secretary Tillerson's Meeting With President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China (P.R.C.) US Dept. of State 19 Mar 2017
Remarks With President Xi Jinping Before Their Meeting US Dept. of State 19 Mar 2017
N. Korea Concerns on Forefront on Secretary of State Tillerson's Visit to China VOA 19 Mar 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the U.S. and China feel a sense of urgency about North Korea, which on Sunday tested a high-thrust rocket that it called the "new birth" of its rocket industry.
Tillerson, China's Xi Stress Cooperation As North Korea Tests New Rocket Engine RFE/RL 19 Mar 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Chinese President Xi Jinping cast aside differences on March 19, pledging to seek greater cooperation despite disagreements over North Korea and other issues.
Remarks With Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at a Press Availability US Dept. of State 18 Mar 2017
Remarks Before His Meeting With Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi US Dept. of State 18 Mar 2017
Remarks Before His Meeting With Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi US Dept. of State 18 Mar 2017
No love lost as Saudi Arabia, China tie up Press TV 18 Mar 2017 -- Saudi Arabia has clinched a raft of economic deals with China to reverse or slow down the pace at which the kingdom is losing its status as China's predominant oil supplier.
Tillerson: China, US Aim at Making Pyongyang Pursue 'a Different Course' Sputnik 18 Mar 2017 -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US State Secretary Rex Tillerson discussed security challenges in north-eastern Asia and the Asia-Pacific region stressing the need for further mitigation of tensions on Korean peninsula.
Tillerson in China: Tensions on Korean Peninsula at 'Rather Dangerous Level' VOA 18 Mar 2017 -- The top U.S. diplomat is in China on the third and final leg of his first Asia tour, focusing on North Korea and its controversial nuclear and missile programs.
Tillerson in Beijing amid rising tensions over N Korea, THAAD Press TV 18 Mar 2017 -- US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is visiting China amid new tensions between the two powers over a series of issues, including North Korea and Washington's deployment of the THAAD missile system to South Korea.
China to construct permanent station in South China Sea island Press TV 17 Mar 2017 -- China has plans to build a permanent environmental monitoring station on one of its islands in the South China Sea despite an ongoing territorial dispute with the Philippines over the shoal.
China Raising Pressure on Taiwan, Gently VOA 17 Mar 2017 -- China is slowly tightening its grip on self-ruled Taiwan to make it break a nearly year-old political deadlock, but it's avoiding any tough measures that it can't reverse if relations improve, analysts say.
China to Retaliate If Japan Sends Izumo Warship to South China Sea Sputnik 16 Mar 2017 -- China's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying stated that the situation in the South China Sea was improving in comparison with the last year due to the efforts of the regional states, and countries outside of the region must respect the efforts to maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea.
Retired officer arrested for spying for China: report CNA 16 Mar 2017 -- A retired military officer who was on the security detail of former Vice President Annette Lu (呂秀蓮) was arrested Monday for spying for China, a local newspaper reported Thursday, citing unnamed investigators and law enforcement officers.
MAC denies 5,000 Chinese spies in Taiwan CNA 16 Mar 2017 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) on Thursday denied a media report that 5,000 Chinese spies are currently in Taiwan.
China-US cooperation holds promise, Li says People's Daily 16 Mar 2017 --China expects that cooperation with the United States in the Asia-Pacific region will bring opportunities to ASEAN countries instead of trouble, Premier Li Keqiang said on Wednesday.
China Headlines: Xi Jinping: Leader of China's great revival Xinhua 16 Mar 2017-- Can China do it? This is the crucial question for the world's biggest and boldest economic, political and social experiment. At the core of understanding the country's prospects is the governance philosophy of its leader, Xi Jinping.
China Building Potential Military Asset on Paracel Islands in South China Sea Sputnik 15 Mar 2017 -- Satellite footage taken on March 6 reveals the construction of a port that analysts believe could turn out to be a military installation on the North Island of the Paracels Island group.
China urged to respect Taiwan's democracy CNA 15 Mar 2017 -- Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) called China on Wednesday to respect Taiwan's democracy and recognize the reality of its existence, so as to facilitate the development of constructive cross-strait relations.
Taiwan starts to brandish 'the China threat' Press TV 15 Mar 2017 -- A Taiwanese defense report has raised concerns over China's military modernization efforts and its recent drills around Taiwan.
China committed to denuclearization, proposes dialogue to solve Korean Peninsula issue People's Daily 15 Mar 2017 -- China is committed to denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and proposes all parties de-escalate tensions through dialogue and consultation, Premier Li Keqiang said Wednesday.
China proposes dialog to avoid potential conflict on Korean Peninsula Press TV 15 Mar 2017 -- China's prime minister has warned that escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula could lead to an armed conflict, urging action to ratchet down tensions to avoid war.
Highlights of Premier Li's press conference People's Daily 15 Mar 2017 -- Premier Li Keqiang met reporters from home and abroad at a news conference on Wednesday at the end of the annual meeting of the National People's Congress. Premier Li answered questions on various topics such as the economy, financial reforms and diplomacy. Here are highlights of the event.
China Sends Warning to Japan Over Deployment of Warship to the South China Sea Sputnik 14 Mar 2017 -- Tensions in the South China Sea are continuing to rise after China asked Japan to reveal why they are planning to send its largest warship on a three month tour of the ocean.
U.S. reaffirms its one-China policy ahead of Tillerson's China visit CNA 14 Mar 2017 -- The United States reaffirmed on Monday its commitment to the one-China policy, which is based on the three Sino-U.S. communiques and the Taiwan Relations Act, ahead of a visit by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to Beijing scheduled for later this week.
CPPCC advances 'social, economic' progress People's Daily 14 Mar 2017 -- Session concludes, having produced many proposals on issues like alleviating poverty and reducing smog
Taiwan urges resumption of cross-strait crime-fighting cooperation CNA 13 Mar 2017 -- Deputy Justice Minister Chen Ming-tang (陳明堂) on Monday urged China to resume cooperation with Taiwan on combating crime, based on an agreement signed between the two sides in 2009.
Taipei, Beijing quarrel over arrest in 'spying' case Press TV 13 Mar 2017 -- A senior Taiwanese official says China does not correctly understand self-ruled Taiwan's judicial system, days after Beijing accused Taiwan of seeking to stir up tensions by arresting a Chinese national over espionage charges.
Stealth fighter soon powered by local engines People's Daily 13 Mar 2017 -- A domestically developed engine will soon power the nation's latest stealth fighter jet, according to a senior scientist working for Aero Engine Corp of China.
Xi underlines innovation in military upgrading People's Daily 13 Mar 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday called for deepening military-civilian integration, while highlighting sci-tech innovation as the key to military upgrading.
China's Xinjiang resolutely fights terrorism as risks remain: officials People's Daily 13 Mar 2017 -- Senior officials from northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on Sunday said the region has maintained a high-pressure crackdown to ensure stability as destabilizing factors remain.
China's Xi stresses further military advancement Press TV 13 Mar 2017 -- China's President Xi Jinping has emphasized the need to enhance the country's military through deepening the integration of the military and civilian sectors as well as technological innovation.
Marine Corps to Protect China's Growing Interest in Asia-Pacific Region Sputnik 13 Mar 2017 -- China plans to increase the number of its Marine Corps units from 20,000 to 100,000 in order to protect its vital marine communications and growing interests abroad, according to Hong Kong newspaper South China Morning Post citing military sources and experts.
Chinese J-20 Fighter Soon to Be Equipped With Domestically Produced Engines Sputnik 13 Mar 2017 -- The Chinese fifth-generation stealth fighter Chengdu J-20 will be equipped with domestically manufactured engines soon, Chen Xiangbao, vice-president of the Aero Engine Corp of China (AECC), said on Monday.
Long March-7 Y2 ready for launch of China's first cargo spacecraft People's Daily 12 Mar 2017 -- A Long March-7 Y2 carrier rocket arrived at a launch center in south China on Saturday in preparation for the launch of China's first cargo spacecraft next month.
China Vows 'Strike' Against Dalai Lama as Tibetans Mark Uprising VOA 10 Mar 2017 -- As Tibetans around the world marked the 58th anniversary of Tibetan Uprising Day, Chinese officials in Beijing vowed to "resolutely strike" against the "Dalai Lama clique's separatist activities."
China opposes all forms of cyber attacks, urges US to stop such actions People's Daily 10 Mar 2017 -- China opposes all forms of cyber attacks, and urges the US side to stop eavesdropping, monitoring, spying and launching cyber attacks against China and other countries, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Geng Shuang stressed at a regular press conference on Thursday.
South Korean Businesses in China Feel Backlash Over Seoul Missile Deployment VOA 10 Mar 2017 -- A growing number of South Korean companies are feeling the impact from China's backlash over Seoul's decision to begin deployment of a U.S.-made missile defense system at home. Chinese employees of South Korean companies and those working for related industries are also getting caught up in the diplomatic spat.
South Korea tourism faces losing revenues due to strained China ties Press TV 10 Mar 2017 -- South Korea's tourism faces losing billions of dollars of revenues due to strained relations between Seoul and Beijing over the deployment of a US missile system.
Chinese man held incommunicado for alleged espionage CNA 10 Mar 2017 -- The Taipei District Court on Friday detained a Chinese man incommunicado who has been accused of trying to gather classified information, in violation of Taiwan's National Security Act.
China begins equipment installation on homegrown aircraft carrier People's Daily 10 Mar 2017 -- The major construction and design work of China's second aircraft carrier has been completed, bringing the country one step closer to establishing its own carrier fleet, according to a PLA authority.
China to reduce army reserves as part of military reform People's Daily 10 Mar 2017 -- China will reduce its army reserve while increasing reserves for other services, said a senior officer of the country's national defense mobilization department on Wednesday, on the sidelines of the ongoing sessions of the National People's Congress (NPC).
Chinese leaders discuss economy, Belt&Road with lawmakers People's Daily 10 Mar 2017 -- Premier Li Keqiang and other leaders on Thursday discussed economic upgrading, Belt and Road Initiative, people's congress system, poverty alleviation, anti-corruption campaign and other topics with national lawmakers.
China upgrading navy to first class: Military officials Press TV 10 Mar 2017 -- Senior Chinese military officials say their navy has been equipped with advanced hardware and is being upgraded to the highest global level.
Chinese Stealth J-20 Jet Enters Service With PLA Sputnik 10 Mar 2017 -- China has put its new Chengdu J20 stealth fighter jet in service, in efforts to develop a marine corps and a "first class" Navy, while simultaneously narrowing the military gap with US. Beijing's military is undergoing major upgrades, complete with advanced submarines and anti-satellite missiles, all under the supervision of President Xi Jinping.
China Develops Spaceship Capable of Moon Landing Sputnik 09 Mar 2017 -- Chinese state media is reporting that the country's space program has developed a craft capable of both landing on the moon and flying in low-Earth orbit.
Stealth drone aim of missile designer People's Daily 09 Mar 2017 -- China Aerospace Science and Industry Corp, the nation's largest missile-maker, has begun to develop military drones that can evade radar and anti-aircraft weapons.
Chinese FM Vows Not to Let Other Countries Disturb South China Sea Calm Sputnik 08 Mar 2017 -- Minister Wang Yi said the hard-won stability in the South China Sea should not be disturbed, just as the US deployed an aircraft carrier in the region.
U.S. has not changed 'one China' policy: State Department CNA 08 Mar 2017 -- The U.S. State Department said Tuesday that there has been no change to the country's "one China" policy since President Donald Trump took office in January.
Taiwan has no diplomatic future: China Press TV 08 Mar 2017 -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Taiwan has no diplomatic future, pointing to the self-ruled island's diminishing number of formal allies across the globe.
China reiterates opposition to THAAD deployment in ROK People's Daily 08 Mar 2017 -- China on Tuesday reiterated its opposition to the deployment of a U.S. missile shield in the Republic of Korea (ROK).
Deployment of US THAAD missile system to S Korea poses threat against China Press TV 08 Mar 2017 -- The recent deployment of a US missile system to South Korea not only poses a threat against North Korea, but also threatens the whole region, particularly China, experts say.
China develops reusable spacecraft for manned lunar missions People's Daily 08 Mar 2017 -- China is developing a new spacecraft that can carry astronauts to destinations at and beyond low Earth orbit, and can also be used on multiple missions. The vehicle is a crucial component of the country's future manned lunar mission.
China proposes steps to help prevent 'head-on collision' between US, North Korea Press TV 08 Mar 2017 -- China has called on the United States and South Korea to stop joint war games in the Korean Peninsula in exchange for a halt to North Korea's nuclear and missile tests as a step to defuse a looming crisis in the region.
China Warns US, North Korea Heading for Collision VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- China's foreign minister has warned that the United States and North Korea are on a collision course, citing rising tensions on the Korean peninsula. He's also urged both sides to take steps to de-escalate the situation.
China Unveils Deescalation Plan for Korean Peninsula Sputnik 08 Mar 2017 -- Beijing suggested Pyongyang should stop launching missiles and halt its nuclear program while Seoul and Washington should cease drills which annoy North Korea.
China to continue contributing to global stability, growth, peace, governance: FM People's Daily 08 Mar 2017 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Wednesday that China will continue to be an anchor of international stability, an engine of global growth, a champion of peace and development and a contributor to global governance.
Premier calls Tibet's stability, development a 'special' priority People's Daily 08 Mar 2017 -- Premier Li Keqiang called for maintaining the stability and development of the Tibet autonomous region when he joined a panel discussion with National People's Congress deputies from the plateau region on Tuesday.
Chinese Premier: Expand Military Presence in South, East China Seas Sputnik 08 Mar 2017 -- In a move analysts expect will inflame tensions between regional powers in the East and South China Seas, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang called on the National People's Congress for reinforcements to increase manpower in waters Beijing claims are integral to the country's destiny, Chinese media reported.
China Floats Compromise to Defuse Korea Tensions VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- The United Nations Security Council is holding a closed-door briefing Wednesday on North Korea's latest ballistic missile launches, as China calls for North Korea, South Korea and the United States to take steps to avoid a "head-on collision."
US Calls China's Objections to Defense System in S. Korea 'Unwarranted' VOA 07 Mar 2017 -- A senior U.S. diplomat said Tuesday that China's objections to deployment of a controversial U.S. missile defense system in South Korea were "unwarranted," and he urged China to redirect its response to "a better use."
Premier seeks to build up cross-strait goodwill CNA 07 Mar 2017 -- Premier Lin Chuan (林全) said Tuesday that President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) has clearly outlined the nation's stance on cross-strait relations and expressed hope that both sides of the Taiwan Strait will continue to build up goodwill on that basis.
THAAD Deployment Begins Amid Increasing Tensions Between China and South Korea VOA 07 Mar 2017 -- The U.S. deployed the first elements of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile defense system to South Korea Tuesday, one day after North Korea launched at least four ballistic missiles, three of which landed within 350 km of the Japanese mainland.
China, Russia slam US missile system deployment in South Korea Press TV 07 Mar 2017 -- China and Russia have slammed the deployment of a US missile system to South Korea, with Beijing vowing to defend its security interests.
China Seeks Space Rockets Launched from Airplanes Sputnik 07 Mar 2017 -- The Chinese Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology is breaking ground on techniques to send satellites into space via rockets shot from airborne Chinese planes, China Daily reports.
China to launch Mars probe satellite in 2020 People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- China plans to launch a probe satellite to Mars in July or August of 2020, according to Wan Weixing, an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, on March 6.
Settlement Agreement between the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and Zhongxing Telecommunications Equipment Corporation US Treasury 07 Mar 2017 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today announced a $100,871,266 settlement agreement with Zhongxing Telecommunications Equipment Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates, as well as with ZTE Kangxun Telecommunications Ltd. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively referred to as "ZTE"), to settle ZTE's potential civil liability for 251 apparent violations of the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations, 31 C.F.R. part 560 (ITSR).
Chinese Telecom to Pay US $892M for Violating Iran Sanctions VOA 07 Mar 2017 -- A Chinese telecommunications company has agreed to pay $892 million for violating U.S. sanctions on Iran, settling a case that resulted in increased tension between the U.S. and China.
Navy to play bigger role People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- China will further strengthen its navy by both expanding its personnel and improving its vessels to safeguard the country's maritime rights and promote its maritime interests, said a retired PLA Navy admiral on Sunday on the sidelines of the fifth session of the 12th National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature.
Chinese warships return home after high sea drill People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- A Chinese naval fleet on Tuesday returned to a port in Sanya city on Hainan Island after a high sea drill.
China Opposes North Korea Missile Launches - Foreign Ministry Sputnik 06 Mar 2017 -- China strongly opposes North Korea launching missiles, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Monday amid the latest Pyongyang missile laucnhes.
China announces lowest defense spending increase People's Daily 06 Mar 2017 -- China's defense budget will increase by around 7 percent in 2017, Fu Ying, spokesperson for the two-week 12th National People's Congress (NPC) annual session told a press conference on Saturday in Beijing. The new increase is the country's slowest defense budget rise in recent years.
China will not tolerate Taiwan independence bid: PM Li Press TV 06 Mar 2017 -- China has once again ruled out the notion of independence for Taiwan, saying it will not tolerate any form of activity which attempts to separate the self-ruled island from the Chinese mainland.
China Taking Political Risks for Economic Reforms, Foreign Investments VOA 06 Mar 2017 -- China is responding to international criticism that it gives favorable treatment to state-owned enterprises (SOEs) while neglecting of the needs of foreign companies, and even foreign markets that buy Chinese goods.
Hot topics of the government work report by Premier Li People's Daily 05 Mar 2017 -- The fifth session of the 12th National People's Congress (NPC) opened at the Great Hall of the People on Sunday in Beijing. During the meeting, Premier Li Keqiang delivered a report on the government work.
Xi calls on intellectuals to better contribute to nation People's Daily 05 Mar 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday called on intellectuals to make greater contribution to the nation's development.
Taiwan closely monitoring passing Chinese military fleet CNA 04 Mar 2017 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense said Saturday that a fleet of Chinese military vessels passed through the Taiwan Strait earlier in the day, heading southward along China's east coast, after conducting a military exercise near the Japanese island of Miyakojima.
S Korea's Embassy in China Launches Task Force to Deal With Anti-THAAD Policies Sputnik 04 Mar 2017 -- South Korea's Embassy in China announced on Saturday that it established a team to handle Beijing's economic policies aimed to protest Seoul's decision to deploy the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system in South Korea, local media reported Saturday.
South Korean Businesses Hit by Chinese Backlash Over Missile Defense Sputnik 04 Mar 2017 -- Shares of South Korean companies tumbled on Friday after what are perceived to be retaliatory acts by China against the deployment of a US-built missile system outside of Seoul.
China to raise 2017 defense budget by around 7 pct: spokesperson People's Daily 04 Mar 2017 -- China's 2017 defense budget will expand by around 7 percent, a spokesperson for the annual session of the country's top legislature said Saturday.
China's annual defense budget to rise by 7 percent Press TV 04 Mar 2017 -- Beijing says it will increase its defense budget by some seven percent this year in line with its economic development and defense needs amid China's territorial disputes with its neighbors fueled by "outside meddling."
China's Defense Budget to Go Up About 7% in 2017 Sputnik 04 Mar 2017 -- The defense budget of China will increase by around 7 percent this year, as compared to last year's $146 billion, spokesperson of the country's National People's Congress (NPC) has announced.
'Conformity' a keyword as China raises curtain for political high season People's Daily 04 Mar 2017 -- China on Friday raised the curtains for its annual political high season, with the top political advisor pledging further conformity to the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee with Xi Jinping as the core.
China Technically Capable of 'Blinding' US THAAD Radars in S Korea Sputnik 04 Mar 2017 -- On Thursday, the United States Department of State expressed concerns over China's retaliatory measures against South Korean businesses over the deployment of THAAD missile defenses.
Indian Officials to Meet Dalai Lama Despite Chinese Warning Sputnik 03 Mar 2017 -- Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama will meet with Indian federal government officials at a disputed border area claimed by China but currently under New Delhi control. China has warned India that the visit could cause "severe damage" to already-strained relations between the two countries.
China 'seriously concerned' by US-South Korea drills Press TV 03 Mar 2017 -- China says it has communicated its concerns over ongoing military maneuvers by the United States and South Korea.
ZTE to plead guilty over Iran sales Press TV 03 Mar 2017 -- China's telecom giant ZTE is reportedly trying to reach a deal to plead guilty to US criminal charges and avoid a hefty fine over allegations that it dodged US sanctions in its previous Iran transactions.
Beijing Doubles Down on South China Sea Defense Buildup Sputnik 03 Mar 2017 -- Given the sovereignty China asserts over disputed waters and islands in the South China Sea, construction of new infrastructure on artificial islands in the region is not unusual, a senior Chinese official said, according to the Singapore-based news outlet Today Online.
Beijing Sortie Through South China Sea Scares Taiwan; Japan Scrambles Jets Sputnik 03 Mar 2017 -- Chinese aircraft and seagoing vessels have increased the level of military operations being conducted near Taiwan in recent days, prompting the self-governing island to warn the world of a growing Chinese threat. Japanese jets have also scrambled to observe Chinese maritime military movements.
Deployment of THAAD undermines public support for cooperation between China and South Korea：MOC People's Daily 02 Mar 2017 -- The Chinese government attaches great importance to bilateral economic and trade cooperation with the Republic of Korea (ROK).
Into Myanmar's Stalled Peace Process Steps China VOA 02 Mar 2017 -- Myanmar's government is meeting with an alliance of ethnic rebel groups this week to try to revive a peace process that has stalled after months of increased fighting in the country's north.
China values South China Sea navigation freedom more than anyone: spokesperson People's Daily 02 Mar 2017 -- China values freedom and safety of navigation in the South China Seamore than any other country, a spokesperson for the top political advisory body said Thursday.
Beijing Planning Construction of Underwater Observatory in South China Sea Sputnik 01 Mar 2017 -- Chinese researchers and academics have embarked on a journey to build the world's first underwater platform to allow observation of underwater activity in real time, according to Chinese media outlets.
Russia, China to intensify opposition to US missile System in South Korea Press TV 01 Mar 2017 -- Beijing says China and Russia have agreed to step up their coordinated efforts in opposition to the planned deployment in South Korea of a US missile system, insisting the move will harm regional security.

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