September 2017 - China Special Weapons News

Chinese naval escort fleet concludes visit to Denmark People's Daily 30 Sep 2017 -- China's 26th naval escort fleet departed from here on Friday morning after a five-day visit to Denmark.
A close look at China's first domestically-produced aircraft carrier People's Daily 30 Sep 2017 -- China is now carrying out system debugging and fitting its first domestically-produced aircraft carrier in Dalian, northeastern China's Liaoning province.
Xi calls for profound understanding of Marxism People's Daily 30 Sep 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has called for a profound understanding of Marxism and vigorous promotion of the sinicization of Marxism.
Are Women Unfit to Rule in China? VOA 29 Sep 2017 -- In October, when China's Communist Party holds its once-every-five-years party congress and leadership reshuffle, many will be watching who Xi Jinping picks to fill top political positions.
Tsai administration committed to cross-strait status quo: MAC CNA 28 Sep 2017 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Thursday that President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) administration's stance on maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait has not changed and does not conflict with the views of the country's premier on the issue.
China and Pakistan Demonstrate Alliance, Flex Muscles During Joint Exercise Sputnik 28 Sep 2017 -- For the first time ever, a Pakistani fighter pilot has flown a Chinese warplane during joint combat exercises between the two Asian nations. The exercises, which lasted through most of September, took place in Xinjiang, the westernmost province of China that borders Pakistan.
China orders North Korean companies to close over UN sanctions Press TV 28 Sep 2017 -- China has ordered North Korean companies operating in the country to close down as Beijing begins to implement the United Nations sanctions adopted against Pyongyang over its sixth and most powerful nuclear test earlier this month.
China Tests New Terahertz Radiation Radar That Could Detect Stealth Jets Sputnik 27 Sep 2017 -- The China North Industries Group Corporation has tested a radar in recent weeks that generates terahertz radiation in order to better track the presence of stealth aircraft, the South China Morning Post reports.
China to Build Pier at Djibouti Base to Support East Africa Naval Missions Sputnik 27 Sep 2017 -- China has announced their intention to build a pier in the tiny East African nation of Djibouti so that the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) can better run anti-piracy missions in the Arabian Sea.
China registers 8,000 standby peacekeepers at UN People's Daily 28 Sep 2017 -- China has registered an 8,000-strong standby peacekeeping force at the UN, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MOD) on Thursday.
China's J-20 fighter jet put into service: spokesman People's Daily 28 Sep 2017 -- China's latest J-20 stealth fighter has been officially commissioned into military service, according to Wu Qian, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense on Thursday.
China to conduct discipline inspection in the military during holidays People's Daily 27 Sep 2017 -- China's military will conduct discipline inspection and supervision of misconduct during the upcoming holidays.
State-of-Art Fortress: Chinese Army Prepared for All Eventualities in Africa Sputnik 27 Sep 2017 -- While constructing its first overseas military base in Djibouti, Beijing took into account the experience of Iraqi and Syrian military operations, creating a "fortress" with the sophisticated infrastructure capable of surviving a long siege, Russian military expert Vasily Kashin told Sputnik.
China wants US, DPRK seek way out for peaceful settlement amid war rhetoric People's Daily 26 Sep 2017 -- China on Monday reiterated its hope to see a peaceful settlement on the nuclear issue on the Korean Peninsula amid an escalating war of words between Pyongyang and Washington.
China's homemade 'Rainbow 5' drone completes live-fire exercise People's Daily 26 Sep 2017 -- China's unmanned aerial vehicle CH-5, or "Caihong (Rainbow) 5," completed a live-fire exercise earlier this month. The CH-5 is the latest drone developed by the Chinese Academy of Aerospace and Aerodynamics.
Faster-than-imagined aircraft carrier construction sparks speculation of an earlier sea test People's Daily 26 Sep 2017 -- It will not be long before China's first homegrown aircraft carrier, the Type 001A, starts its sea test, at least according to online speculation, judging from the latest advancements in its construction, but experts argue that according to the rules, an official sea trial will not come soon.
Chinese navy fleet arrives in Brunei for friendly visit People's Daily 26 Sep 2017 -- A Chinese naval fleet arrived at the Muara port of Brunei on Monday for a three-day friendly visit to the country, conveying a message of friendship and cooperation.
China says air force drills with Pakistan deter terrorists People's Daily 26 Sep 2017 -- The air forces of China and Pakistan have deterred terrorist forces with joint training exercises in northwest China, a senior military officer said on Monday.
China holds military drills at 1st overseas base in Djibouti Press TV 26 Sep 2017 -- The Chinese military has for the first time staged exercises at the country's first overseas base recently opened in Djibouti.
China Coast Guard vessels patrol Diaoyu Islands People's Daily 25 Sep 2017 -- Four China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels conducted a patrol in territorial waters off the Diaoyu Islands on Monday, according to an online statement by the State Oceanic Administration.
Chinese vessels sail near disputed islands: Japan Press TV 25 Sep 2017 -- Japan says Chinese coastguard ships have approached a group of disputed islands in the East China Sea, claimed by both Tokyo and Beijing, for the second time in less than a week.
China dispatches 2,609 policemen for UN peacekeeping missions, most among permanent members People's Daily 25 Sep 2017 -- China has sent 2,609 policemen for United Nations peacekeeping missions so far, dispatching the largest number of peacekeeping personnel among the permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.
Chinese Soldiers Carry Out First Live-Fire Drills at New Djibouti Naval Base Sputnik 25 Sep 2017 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA) fired live rounds of ammunition at its newly opened overseas military base in the Horn of Africa last Friday, the South China Morning Post reported Monday.
China Tightens Screws on DPRK With Oil Supply Cut, Textile Import Ban Sputnik 25 Sep 2017 -- China announced on Saturday that it will limit energy supplies to North Korea and stop buying its textiles, in compliance with UN sanctions on Kim Jong-un's regime over Pyongyang's ongoing nuclear weapon and ballistic missile development.
China to limit oil supply to the DPRK People's Daily 23 Sep 2017 -- China will restrict oil exports to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and suspend textile imports from DPRK, the Ministry of Commerce said.
China set to limit oil supply to North Korea, ban textile imports Press TV 23 Sep 2017 -- China says it will limit oil supplies to North Korea under the tough sanctions adopted by the United Nations to step up pressure against Pyongyang over its nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
China committed to denuclearization of Korean Peninsula: FM People's Daily 23 Sep 2017 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Thursday that China is firmly committed to the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula during his speech at the General Debate of the 72nd session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly.
Xi stresses integrated military, civilian development People's Daily 23 Sep 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday called for stronger reform, innovation and resource integration to improve integrated military and civilian development.
China reaffirms willingness to participate in rebuilding Syria People's Daily 22 Sep 2017 -- China is willing to work with the international community to play an active role in the reconstruction of Syria, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said Friday.
Chinese Military Hospital Ship Visits Sierra Leone People's Daily 22 Sep 2017 -- The Chinese Military Medical Expert Team in Sierra Leone (CMMET-SL) has expressed an optimistic view that the arrival of a Chinese Military Hospital Ship named Ark Peace to Sierra Leone is a show of commitment to the friendly bilateral relationship between Sierra Leone and China.
China says air force drills with Pakistan 'routine' People's Daily 22 Sep 2017 -- The Chinese air force on Thursday dismissed concerns over its ongoing training exercises with the Pakistani air force, saying they were routine drills.
Chinese MOFA says DPRK issue should be resolved peacefully People's Daily 21 Sep 2017 -- Lu Kang, spokesman of Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said on Wednesday that UN resolutions make it clear that the Korean Peninsula issue should be resolved through peaceful and diplomatic means.
PLA Navy gets new nuclear submarine People's Daily 21 Sep 2017 -- A new nuclear submarine has been turned over to the People's Liberation Army Navy, one of the largest State-owned naval shipbuilding enterprises revealed on Tuesday, but experts believe that this submarine is not the most advanced Type 096, which is China's next generation strategic nuclear submarine.
China supports UN peacekeeping operations reform: FM People's Daily 21 Sep 2017 -- China Thursday reiterated its support for UN peacekeeping operations reform guided by the purposes and principles of the UN Charter.
New Generation of Chinese Drones Equipped With Anti-Tank Missiles Unveiled Sputnik 21 Sep 2017 -- Chinese drone-maker Tengoen unveiled a new series of armed reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) at the 14th China-ASEAN Expo in Nanning, Guangxi Province, China.
Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark to offer free medical services in Sierra Leone People's Daily 20 Sep 2017 -- The Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark on Tuesday arrived at the shores of Sierra Leone, with a mission to deliver free medical services to 2,000 people within eight days till September 26.
Xi stresses prevention, control of major risks People's Daily 20 Sep 2017 -- President Xi Jinping on Tuesday stressed the importance of preventing and controlling major risks through the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
China Claims to Have Arrested Japanese Spy Sputnik 19 Sep 2017 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry has announced the arrest of a Japanese citizen who is suspected of espionage. The arrest occurred close to the border between China and North Korea.
Hong Kong leader urges end to calls for independence Press TV 19 Sep 2017 -- Hong Kong's leader has called for an immediate halt to calls for independence in the semi-autonomous Chinese region, warning that the issue is "destroying the relationship" with Beijing.
China Inaugurates Strategic Highway to Nepal Much to India's Dislike Sputnik 19 Sep 2017 -- The 40.4 km strategic highway between Tibet's Xigaze airport and Xigaze city would be used for both economic and military purposes.
Analysts: Amendments to China's Constitution to Include Xi Jinping Thought VOA 19 Sep 2017 -- When China's Communist Party hosts a once-in-five-year congress next month, one key thing political analysts will be watching for is a name: Xi Jinping.
Taiwan committed to smooth cross-strait relations: Presidential Office CNA 18 Sep 2017 -- The Presidential Office reiterated Taiwan's commitment to peaceful cross-Taiwan Strait relations on Monday, despite Beijing's alleged use of its "one China" principle to continue to suppress Taiwan on the international stage.
China, Russia Launch Naval Drills In Far East RFE/RL 18 Sep 2017 -- A group of Chinese warships has arrived in Russia's Far Eastern city of Vladivostok to participate in the second round of joint naval exercises.
Experts from Europe, US, Asia eager to see how CPC evolves next month People's Daily 18 Sep 2017 -- With the 19th Communist Party of China National Congress approaching, politicians worldwide said they are observing "with great interest and high expectation" the political and policy outcome of the event, which begins Oct 18.
China, Russia begin joint drills near North Korea Press TV 18 Sep 2017 -- China and Russia have started joint naval drills near North Korea, amid continuing tensions chiefly between Pyongyang and Washington that risk turning into a military conflict.
Chinese, Lao armies hold high-level frontier meetings People's Daily 17 Sep 2017 -- Chinese Minister of Defense Chang Wanquan and Lao Minister of National Defense Chansamone Chanyalath have led army delegations of the two countries to gather respectively in northern Laos' Luang Namtha, Oudomxay, Moten border and China's Yunnan's Mengla, Mohan border for the first high-level frontier meetings on Friday and Saturday.
China extends rule of law on Internet People's Daily 18 Sep 2017 -- China has accelerated the development of cyber laws since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), by actively engaging the government, Internet service providers and netizens in creating a clean cyber environment, observers said.
Chinese FM Wang Yi in Panama to open new embassy People's Daily 17 Sep 2017 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is in Panama to inaugurate China's embassy following the establishment of diplomatic relations agreed in summer. The facility will provide a visible symbol of the new diplomatic ties between the countries, and could open the floodgates to new Chinese investment.
China's arms industry reform bears fruits People's Daily 17 Sep 2017 -- China's largest arms manufacturer became a stock-holding company after the SOE structural reform.
China, Laos agree to boost military exchanges, cooperation People's Daily 16 Sep 2017 -- China and Laos have vowed to deepen bilateral high-level military exchanges and cooperation during a visit by Chinese State Councilor and Defense Minister Chang Wanquan to Laos which concluded on Saturday.
China says human rights dialogue should be constructive, not shaming People's Daily 16 Sep 2017 -- China on Friday said countries should carry out constructive dialogue and cooperation in the field of human rights.
Foreign Ministry: UK should stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs People's Daily 16 Sep 2017 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday refuted the United Kingdom government's latest six-monthly report to parliament on Hong Kong, urging the UK to stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs.
Chinese man sentenced for espionage in Taiwan CNA 15 Sep 2017 -- The Taipei District Court sentenced a Chinese national Friday to 14 months in prison for violating the National Security Act.
Tale of Two Trials: Taiwan and China Sentence Alleged Spies in The Same Week Sputnik 15 Sep 2017 -- A Taiwanese court has sentenced a Chinese man to fourteen months in prison for attempting to create spies for Beijing within the Taiwanese government. This comes just four days after China found a Taiwanese activist guilty of subversion.
Unmanned attack helicopter unveiled People's Daily 15 Sep 2017 -- China is promoting an unmanned reconnaissance/combat helicopter in the international market, further expanding the scope of its military drones offered to foreign buyers.
Observers: North Korea Pushing Longtime Ally Beijing Into Corner VOA 14 Sep 2017 -- While debate continues in Washington about how the latest round of sanctions against North Korea could have been tougher, and U.S. President Donald Trump's administration ponders additional actions, patience is wearing thin in China with the country's longtime ally and communist neighbor.
On UK Visit Tillerson Urges China to Cut North Korean Oil Exports VOA 14 Sep 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson urged China to cut oil exports to North Korea to force Pyongyang to rein in its nuclear weapons program during his visit to London on Thursday.
Chinese cargo spacecraft completes automated fast-docking with space lab People's Daily 13 Sep 2017 -- China's first cargo spacecraft, Tianzhou-1, completed an automated fast-docking with Tiangong-2 space lab at 11:58 p.m. Tuesday.
Chinese naval fleet departs for joint drill in Russia People's Daily 13 Sep 2017 -- A Chinese naval fleet sailed from a port in Qingdao in east China's Shandong Province Wednesday for Russia's Vladivostok to take part in a scheduled joint military exercise with the Russian navy.
China calls for calm over Korean Peninsula crisis People's Daily 12 Sep 2017 -- China's permanent representative to the United Nations, Liu Jieyi, on Monday called for calm over the crisis on the Korean Peninsula after the UN Security Council adopted new sanctions against the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) over its latest nuclear test.
China supports UN Security Council resolution on DPRK People's Daily 12 Sep 2017 -- China supports the UN Security Council in taking necessary measures regarding the DPRK's nuclear test, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said Tuesday morning.
China, Australia hold joint military training in Kunming People's Daily 12 Sep 2017 -- Chinese and Australian ground forces started their bilateral joint training named "Exercise Panda-Kangaroo 2017" on September 10 at a training ground of the PLA Southern Theater Command in Kunming, capital city of southwest China's Yunnan Province.
The Japan Times: China, Japan need to shelve Diaoyutais dispute CNA 11 Sep 2017 -- An editorial in Monday's edition of the Japan Times has asked China and Japan to shelve the dispute over the Diaoyutai Islands and instead focus on improving bilateral ties.
Taiwanese activist pleads guilty to state subversion in China CNA 11 Sep 2017 -- Taiwanese human rights advocate Lee Ming-che (李明哲), who has been held by the Chinese authorities since March on charges of "subversion of state power," pleaded guilty during a brief court appearance in China's Hunan Province Monday.
Proceedings in Lee Ming-che case scripted: lawyer (update) CNA 11 Sep 2017 -- Monday's court proceedings in China in the case of Taiwanese human rights activist Lee Ming-che (李明哲) were scripted, said a Judicial Reform Foundation official on Monday.
Taiwan activist confesses to subversion in China court Press TV 11 Sep 2017 -- A pro-independence Taiwanese activist on trial in mainland China has confessed to making attempts to subvert the government in Beijing.
China plans to catch up with advanced aero engine producers in 20 years People's Daily 11 Sep 2017 -- "China plans to catch up with the advanced aero engine producers in 20 years," said Cao Jianguo, chairman of the Aero Engine Cooperation of China (AECC).
China's Central Military Commission finishes inspection People's Daily 11 Sep 2017 -- China's Central Military Commission (CMC) said it has completed an eight-month inspection work on military reform.
China urges India to adopt 'correct' attitude People's Daily 08 Sep 2017 -- China urged India Thursday to follow the path of history, by doing and speaking more about things that help develop Sino-Indian relations after the Indian army chief spoke of a "two-front war."
Pakistan, China rule out any military solution to Afghanistan issues IRNA 08 Sep 2017 -- Pakistan and China have ruled out any military solution to the Afghan issue, reiterating that solution of the problem has to be fundamentally political.
China appreciates Pakistan efforts in the fight against terrorism People's Daily 08 Sep 2017 -- China on Friday pledged its support for Pakistan's efforts against terrorism as foreign affairs ministers of both the countries discussed regional and international situation. Addressing a press conference along with his Pakistani counterpart, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Pakistan's people, government and the armed forces rendered unprecedented sacrifices against terrorism.
Xi, Macron exchange views on Korean Peninsula situation by phone People's Daily 08 Sep 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday held a telephone conversation with his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, on the Korean Peninsula issue, stressing China's insistence that the peninsula be denuclearized.
China, Pakistan air forces launch joint training exercise People's Daily 08 Sep 2017 -- The air forces of China and Pakistanbegan joint training exercises in China on Thursday.
Chinese, Indonesian navies pledge to boost cooperation People's Daily 08 Sep 2017 -- Vice Admiral Shen Jinlong, commander of the Chinese People's Liberation Army(PLA) Navy, met with the visiting Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy Admiral Ade Supandi in Beijing on the afternoon of September 6.
Taiwan to maintain existing cross-strait policy: MAC CNA 07 Sep 2017 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) reaffirmed its position on cross-strait relations on Thursday, noting there would be no shift in policy in the wake of recent personnel changes in the Cabinet.
Key to Korean Peninsula issue is sanctions and dialogue: Chinese FM People's Daily 07 Sep 2017 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Thursday that the key to solving the nuclear issue on the Korean Peninsula is both sanctions and dialogue.
Conversation over phone between President Xi and Trump over Korean Peninsula tensions People's Daily 07 Sep 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday had a phone call with his US counterpart Donald Trump to exchange ideas about the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)'s nuclear issue amid rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
North Korean Challenge Comes at China From all Angles VOA 07 Sep 2017 -- Although China's official stance is that sanctions are not the answer to the increasingly tense situation on the North Korean peninsula, calls for action and concern about the situation are growing at home. This comes even as the government is working hard to limit broader discussion.

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