October 2017 - China Special Weapons News

China, ROK agree to bring cooperation back to normal "as soon as possible" People's Daily 31 Oct 2017 -- China and the Republic of Korea (ROK) have been maintaining communications on the Korean Peninsula issue through diplomatic channels, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry Tuesday.
China, South Korea agree to improve ties after THAAD row Press TV 31 Oct 2017 -- South Korea and China have agreed to improve ties after a year-long strain over the deployment of an American missile system in South Korea.
Xi urges study, implementation of CPC congress spirit People's Daily 30 Oct 2017 -- General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee Xi Jinping has said that the study and implementation of the "spirit of the 19th CPC National Congress" is the "primary political task" for the Party and country from now on.
US allows in Taiwan president despite China objections Press TV 29 Oct 2017 -- The United States has allowed Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen to stop over in the US territory of Hawaii despite objections from China, which regards Taiwan as part of its territory and unqualified for state-to-state relations.
S Korea, China Aim to Ease Dispute Over THAAD Before Leaders Meeting - Reports Sputnik 29 Oct 2017 -- Beijing has been concerned with the deployment of the US-made Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) defense systems in South Korea, as Seoul has made the decision to install more systems on its territory.
MAC urges 'wisdom, patience' in cross-strait exchanges CNA 28 Oct 2017 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) has urged the two sides of the Taiwan Strait to exercise wisdom and patience in coming up with a new model for exchanges, according to a statement issued by the council Saturday.
China lodges representations with U.S. over Taiwan leader's transit People's Daily 28 Oct 2017 -- China has lodged solemn representations with the U.S. over Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen's planned transit through its territory to and from three Pacific island nations, a spokesperson said on Friday.
China to continue escort missions in Gulf of Aden, Somalia People's Daily 28 Oct 2017 -- China will continue to participate in escort missions in the Gulf of Aden and waters off Somalia to protect the international lane, a spokesperson said on Friday.
Xi's report to the 19th CPC National Congress published People's Daily 28 Oct 2017 -- The report delivered by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, to the 19th CPC National Congress on Oct.18, has been published by People's Publishing House.
Xi calls for building a strong army People's Daily 27 Oct 2017 -- China's military should take solid steps toward a strong army as socialism with Chinese characteristics has entered a new era, said Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
China's naval hospital ship assists 6,000 people in Angola People's Daily 27 Oct 2017 -- The Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark said it had consulted and treated at least 6,000 people during its eight-day stay in Angola.
China Focus: New CPC leadership for new era People's Daily 26 Oct 2017 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) unveiled a new leadership line-up Wednesday to lead the world's most populous nation toward a great modern socialist country.
China Focus: Confident Xi begins second term with ambitious promises for "new era" People's Daily 25 Oct 2017 -- A dark suit, red tie and familiar air of confidence. Xi Jinping's first public appearance in his second term as helmsman of the world's largest political party brought back memories from five years ago when he first took over the leadership of the Party.
China to maintain carrot, stick approach to Taiwan: minister CNA 25 Oct 2017 -- China is maintaining its carrot and stick approach to Taiwan following the conclusion of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Minister Chang Hsiao-yueh (張小月) said Wednesday, urging China to adopt a new way of approaching cross-Taiwan Strait exchanges.
Xi presents new CPC central leadership People's Daily 25 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), presented the Party's new central leadership when meeting the press Wednesday at the Great Hall of the People.
Xi promises further reform, opening China wider to the world People's Daily 25 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, promised further reform and opening-up while meeting the press here on Wednesday.
China to boost friendly military exchanges, cooperation with other countries People's Daily 25 Oct 2017 -- Chinese military will continue to enhance its friendly exchanges and pragmatic cooperation with other countries' military forces across the world, including those in the Asia-Pacific region, a senior Chinese official said on Tuesday.
Xi Jinping reappointed as China's top leader Press TV 25 Oct 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has been formally reappointed by the country's Communist Party as its chairman and the head of the Politburo Standing Committee (PSC) for another five-year term.
China Unveils New Leadership With no Clear Successor for Xi VOA 25 Oct 2017 -- China's ruling Communist Party has unveiled a new leadership lineup for its top decision making body, the Politburo Standing Committee, the apex of power in the world's second largest economy.
Xi Endured Long Road to Reach Pinnacle of Chinese Power VOA 25 Oct 2017 -- From "princeling" to pauper to president, Chinese President Xi Jinping's reappointment to a second five-year term as Communist Party leader Wednesday caps a long, steady climb to power.
Key Members of China's Ruling Communist Party VOA 25 Oct 2017 -- Key members of China's Politburo Standing Committee, the highest body of the ruling Communist Party:
China Turning Pakistan Port Into Regional Giant VOA 24 Oct 2017 -- An unprecedented Chinese financial and construction effort is rapidly developing Pakistan's strategically located Arabian Sea port of Gwadar into one of the world's largest transit and transshipment cargo facilities.
China Focus: Xi's thought enshrined in CPC Constitution People's Daily 24 Oct 2017 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) added "Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era" to its Constitution on Tuesday.
Xi Jinping elected into new CPC Central Committee People's Daily 24 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping was elected into the 19th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) at the closing session of the 19th CPC National Congress here on Tuesday.
Li Keqiang, other Party officials in new CPC Central Committee People's Daily 24 Oct 2017 -- Wang Huning, Liu Qibao, Xu Qiliang, Sun Chunlan, Li Keqiang, Wang Yang, Zhang Chunxian, Zhao Leji, Hu Chunhua, Li Zhanshu and Han Zheng were elected into the 19th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) here Tuesday at the closing of the 19th CPC National Congress.
In historic move, China puts Xi's name in constitution Press TV 24 Oct 2017 -- China's governing Communist Party has formally enshrined President Xi Jinping's eponymous ideology in the constitution, making him the only leader after founder of modern China Mao Zedong to receive that status.
Beijing Beefing Up Fighting Capacity in Disputed South China Sea Sputnik 24 Oct 2017 -- The People's Liberation Army-Navy's South Sea Fleet has deployed a squadron of submarines to the disputed waters of the South China Sea to increase battle readiness, the South China Morning Post reported Saturday.
China's Ruling Party Prioritizes Massive Army Upgrade, Silk Road Project Sputnik 24 Oct 2017 -- China's ruling party has adopted a resolution that is set to reinforce the country's armed forces, which have already been significantly modernized.
CPC's governance wisdom leading China to bigger role in global development People's Daily 23 Oct 2017 -- China, under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), has in recent years served as a stabilizing factor and source of wisdom in a world troubled with uncertainties and challenges.
Xi Consolidates Power as New China Leadership Line-up Revealed Sputnik 23 Oct 2017 -- As a five-yearly leadership shake-up is underway in Beijing, President Xi Jinping is expected to fill the ruling Communist Party's apex of decision-making, the Politburo Standing Committee, with trusted allies.
China to continue pressure on Taiwan after party congress: John Burns CNA 22 Oct 2017 -- Beijing will continue to pressure Taiwan after the Communist Party of China's (CPC) 19th Party Congress, a visiting expert on Chinese politics said in Taipei on Saturday, urging Taiwan to acknowledge the "1992 consensus" to maintain its "autonomy."
Xi aims to turn CPC into 'state party': John Burns CNA 22 Oct 2017 -- China President Xi Jinping's (習近平) goal for the Communist Party of China (CPC) is to turn it into a "state party," which, as it builds a Chinese model of development, requires meritocracy, a visiting expert on Chinese politics said in Taipei on Saturday.
China's military deployments reflect its rising military might: expert CNA 22 Oct 2017 -- China's military activities in the Western Pacific and and its military deployments in the South China Sea are indicators of Beijing's efforts to strengthen its military power, said Taiwanese media pundit and military expert Qi Yue-yi (亓樂義) in an exclusive interview with CNA.
Diplomatic skills boost China's global role People's Daily 22 Oct 2017 -- Developments in the past five years have seen the country move center stage in world affairs, as An Baijie reports.
New Thought charts path to future People's Daily 21 Oct 2017 -- A new political theory unveiled at a key congress of China's ruling Communist Party of China has struck a chord with Ling Jihe, a 56-year-old rural entrepreneur in Jiangxi province.
US Intelligence Keeping Wary Eye on China's President Xi VOA 21 Oct 2017 -- U.S. intelligence officials are closely watching developments during China's 19th Party Congress, calling it a key test for Chinese President Xi Jinping and a telling barometer of what type of relationship Beijing likely will pursue with Washington.
Chinese Leader's Call for Democracy, Justice, Clashes With Crackdown on Dissent VOA 21 Oct 2017 -- China's increasingly powerful leader Xi Jinping has pledged to make the Communist Party more responsive to public demands and to calls for democracy, fairness and justice in a lengthy address to the 19th Party Congress.
Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark arrives in Angola, provides free medical services People's Daily 20 Oct 2017 -- The Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark has arrived in Luanda, capital of Angola on Thursday morning, on an eight-day mission to deliver free medical services to the local people.
Chinese Navy gets South China Sea rescue squadron People's Daily 20 Oct 2017 -- China's People Liberation Army's (PLA) South China Sea Fleet said it has established its first marine salvage and rescue squadron, which it expects will significantly improve the Navy's combat ability, Chinese military analysts said on Thursday.
Xi calls for advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics for new era People's Daily 20 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping on Thursday called on members of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and people of all ethnic groups in the country to advance socialism with Chinese characteristics for a new era.
Chinese Official: Xi's Anti-corruption Drive Prevented Coup Attempt VOA 20 Oct 2017 -- A top official in China has praised President Xi Jinping's expansive anti-corruption drive, arguing it has helped stop coup plotters from threatening the party's tight grip on power.
Anti-graft watchdog continues corruption clampdown People's Daily 19 Oct 2017 -- For the past five years, the battle against corruption has been a top priority, with disciplinary watchdogs at all levels investigating and apprehending rogue Party officials.
Report is road map to nation's dream People's Daily 19 Oct 2017 -- For those desiring a heads-up on the future orientation of the Communist Party of China, and thus that of the country, there can be no better guide than the report General Secretary Xi Jinping delivered to the 19th National Congress on Wednesday.
China urged to accept Taiwan existence CNA 19 Oct 2017 -- Taiwan's top China affairs agency on Thursday called on Beijing to squarely face the fact of the Republic of China's (Taiwan) existence and to conduct dialogue with Taipei to settle their differences.
U.S. calls for constructive cross-strait dialogue CNA 19 Oct 2017 -- The United States on Wednesday called on the two sides of the Taiwan Strait to conduct constructive dialogue to settle their differences, after Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) again emphasized the "1992 consensus" as Beijing's basis for cross-strait talks.
Highlights of Xi's report to 19th CPC National Congress People's Daily 19 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping delivered a report to the opening of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Wednesday. The following are the highlights of the report:
CPC creates Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era People's Daily 19 Oct 2017 -- The Chinese Communists mainly represented by Xi Jinping have created Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, leading Party officials said Wednesday.
Xi calls for advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics for new era People's Daily 19 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping on Thursday called on members of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and people of all ethnic groups in the country to advance socialism with Chinese characteristics for a new era.
Tillerson Embraces Closer US Ties With India, Calls Out China VOA 18 Oct 2017 -- Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has given a rare, major foreign policy speech outlining the Trump administration's south Asia policy, reaching out to India to counter China in the Indo-Pacific region.
CPC creates Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era Xinhua 18 Oct 2017 -- The Chinese Communists mainly represented by Xi Jinping have created Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, leading Party officials said Wednesday.
Taiwan urges new model for cross-strait ties CNA 18 Oct 2017 -- Leaders on the two sides of the Taiwan Strait should show wisdom, determination and patience to forge a new model for bilateral ties and lay a solid and long-lasting foundation for perpetual peace in the region, the Presidential Office urged Wednesday.
Xi stresses 'one China principle,' '1992 consensus' at CPC congress CNA 18 Oct 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) stressed Beijing's intent to safeguard its "one China principle" and the "1992 consensus" at the 19th Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Wednesday.
CPC opens 19th National Congress, declaring "new era" of Chinese socialism People's Daily 18 Oct 2017 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) has unveiled the "Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era" as the latest step on the journey to building a "great modern socialist country" as its 19th National Congress opened Wednesday.
CPC promises 'a better life' for its people in key report People's Daily 18 Oct 2017 -- The Communist Party of China has vowed to satisfy the people's desire for "a better life" and written the idea into a key political document, as the latest assertion of the Party's people-centered approach.
Xi promises 'better life' for Chinese people Press TV 18 Oct 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered the opening speech of China's 19th Communist Party Congress (CPC), vowing to continue to fight corruption and satisfy the people's desire for "a better life."
Chinese President Xi Jinping Unveils Country's Development Strategy Sputnik 18 Oct 2017 -- At the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, President Xi Jinping spoke about military strategy, the policy of non-expansion and expressed his opinions on Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan.
Xi Lays Out New Vision for Communist China VOA 18 Oct 2017 -- At the opening of a top level political meeting Wednesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a sober assessment of the challenges facing the world's second largest economy and its ruling Communist Party, laying out an ambitious vision that stretches forward to the middle of this century and pledging to build what he called a "modern socialist country" for a "new era."
U.S. urged not to sacrifice Taiwan to improve ties with China CNA 17 Oct 2017 -- A Taiwanese official expressed the hope on Tuesday that the United States will not use Taiwan as a bargaining chip or sacrifice ties with Taipei to strengthen relations with Beijing when U.S. President Donald Trump visits China in November.
First press conference of 19th CPC National Congress held in Beijing People's Daily 17 Oct 2017 -- The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) will map out overall reform measures concerning the country's political system and other areas, Tuo Zhen, the spokesperson for the 19th CPC National Congress said Tuesday, while introducing the agenda of the upcoming Party Congress, as well as the preparatory work conducted beforehand.
China Tightens Control as Top Leader Consolidates Power at Party Congress VOA 17 Oct 2017 -- China's Communist Party is set to host a high-level meeting in Beijing that will usher in a much-anticipated reshuffle of the ruling party's top leadership.
Xi calls for increased cooperation between CPC, non-Communist parties People's Daily 16 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, called for increased cooperation between the CPC and the country's non-Communist political parties to jointly strive for achieving the Chinese Dream of national rejuvenation.
China Party Congress Expected to Signal Next 5 Years of Maritime Policy VOA 16 Oct 2017 -- Chinese leaders are expected to emerge from a party congress this month with signals on whether they will take a hard or soft stance toward the widely contested South China Sea, a region of concern from Southeast Asia to Washington.
CPC Central Committee plenum makes full preparation for key congress People's Daily 15 Oct 2017 -- The four-day Seventh Plenary Session of the 18th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) concluded in Beijing Saturday with a communique issued.
China's ruling party expels ex-justice minister Press TV 15 Oct 2017 -- A former Chinese justice minister has been banished from China's ruling Communist Party apparently over corruption.
Nation developing fastest amphibious multi-role vehicle People's Daily 14 Oct 2017 -- China is developing the world's fastest amphibious multi-role vehicle, which can be used in personnel and supply transportation at sea as well as for special warfare.
Chinese Military Urges US to Remove THAAD from S Korea Over Security Concerns Sputnik 13 Oct 2017 -- Amid the mounting tensions over Pyongyang's ongoing nuclear program, South Korea made the decision to install the four remaining THAAD launchers, causing concern in Moscow and Beijing, since this move could deteriorate the situation in the region.
Chinese Leader Xi Jinping to See Power Grow at Upcoming Party Congress VOA 13 Oct 2017 -- China will host one of the biggest events of its political cycle next week, a once-in-five-year Party Congress that will reshuffle the country's top leadership. Anticipation is building about which leaders will stay or leave China's top decision-making body of the Politburo Standing Committee, and how Chinese leader Xi Jinping will use the gathering to further solidify his power as the country's supreme leader.
Kicking Out Major Rival? China 'Squeezes US' From South-East Asian Arms Market Sputnik 12 Oct 2017 -- China has delivered the first batch of 28 VT-4 tanks to Thailand, bought by Bangkok for almost $148 million. Russian expert Elena Fomicheva explained to Sputnik that it is no coincidence that the move comes shortly after Thai Prime Minister visited the US, and suggested what the events might signify.
China scrambles fighter jets to deter US missile frigate Press TV 12 Oct 2017 -- China has scrambled two fighter jets, a helicopter and a guided-missile frigate to deter a US frigate which was nearing disputed islands in the South China Sea.
Philippine Lawmaker Digging Up New Intelligence on Pressure From China VOA 11 Oct 2017 -- A Philippine opposition party legislator has been drawing attention for the release of privileged information that suggests China is infringing on offshore islets that the two countries dispute, a potential threat to a recently strengthened diplomatic relationship.
Beijing Vows to Boost Defense After US Vessel Sails in Disputed South China Sea Sputnik 11 Oct 2017 -- Beijing has condemned "provocative" actions by Washington after a US destroyer sailed near the disputed Paracel islands in the South China Sea, saying it will beef up its defense to respond to new challenges.
China warns US warship to leave after it sails near Xisha islands People's Daily 11 Oct 2017 -- Chinese warships have warned a US Navy destroyer to leave after it sailed close to Xisha Islands in South China Sea during a so-called "freedom of navigation" operation, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Wednesday.
US THAAD Missile Defense Systems in S Korea Target Russia, China - Moscow Sputnik 11 Oct 2017 -- According to Russian senior diplomat, Washington uses alleged N Korean missile threat as a pretext for deploying THAAD systems close to the borders of Russia and China.
7th plenary session to set agenda People's Daily 11 Oct 2017 -- A key meeting to be held by the Communist Party of China in Beijing on Wednesday will lay the foundation for the Party's upcoming 19th National Congress a week later.
China calls for better bilateral ties with South Korea amid missile dispute People's Daily 11 Oct 2017 -- Chinese authorities on Tuesday said they hoped that the new Republic of Korea (ROK) ambassador to China would contribute more to the sound development of bilateral ties, sending a friendly signal amid Seoul's deployment of a US missile defense system.
China's Communist Leaders Seek to Bend Business to Party Will VOA 11 Oct 2017 -- In a year that has seen China's Communist leaders cracking down on "irrational" investments overseas and putting some of the country's biggest dealmakers under tight scrutiny, analysts say a top level political meeting this month is likely to be used to further bend Chinese companies to the party's will.
Chinese satellites capable of providing high-resolution images for foreign clients People's Daily 10 Oct 2017 -- China's remote sensing satellites have started to provide "sub-meter" images for foreign clients by using continuously upgraded technologies, stdaily.com reported on Tuesday.
Venezuelan president hails "historic" satellite launch from China People's Daily 10 Oct 2017 -- Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Monday hailed China's launch of the South American nation's satellite as a "historic event" key to furthering national independence.
China Ramping Up Aid to Philippines as Both Pursue Deeper Relationship VOA 09 Oct 2017 -- China is stepping up aid to the Philippines, including a proposal to seek oil together offshore and a gift of arms to help Manila fight a Muslim rebel insurgency, indicating that both sides want an extra-firm friendship despite an unsettled maritime dispute.
China Launches Third Remote Sensing Satellite for Venezuela - Reports Sputnik 09 Oct 2017 -- China launches a remote sensing satellite for Venezuela with its Long March-2D carrier rocket.
Russia, China repeat calls for restraint over North Korea following Trump's remarks Press TV 09 Oct 2017 -- Russia and China have repeated their calls for restraint over North Korea amid fears that hawkish stances adopted by US President Donald Trump could spark a military conflict on the Korean Peninsula.
PLA has domestically made long-range radar system: analyst CNA 09 Oct 2017 -- China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) are in possession of an ultra-high frequency (UHF) radar system that has a detection range that covers all of the First Island Chain of the East Asian region, a Hong Kong-based military analyst said Monday.
Analyst Raises Scenario of China's Takeover of North Korea, Others Have Doubts VOA 07 Oct 2017 -- A longtime editor of a magazine that specializes in global power politics recently put forth a scenario where China would stage a takeover of North Korea, giving Washington and the rest of the world a nuclear weapons-free Korean Peninsula.
US alarmed by China's increasing global military role: Report Press TV 07 Oct 2017 -- China's inauguration of its first military base abroad in Djibouti has raised concerns among US intelligence officials that Beijing's growing military presence around the world could spark a conflict of interests among the two sides, a report says.
Flotilla's landmark tour nears end People's Daily 06 Oct 2017 -- The longest journey by a Chinese Navy convoy nears completion, with a flotilla arriving on Wednesday in Thailand, its final stop before heading home.
Chinese Ships Reportedly Enter Japanese Waters Near Disputed Senkaku Islands Sputnik 05 Oct 2017 -- Japan's Coast Guard claim that four China's patrol ships entered Japan's territorial waters near disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, local media reported Thursday.
Taiwanese elected to CPC National Congress already Chinese citizen CNA 05 Oct 2017 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) reported Thursday that a China-based Taiwanese woman who will attend the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) has in fact already acquired Chinese citizenship.
Taiwan to see if Taiwanese elected to CPC National Congress legal CNA 04 Oct 2017 -- The government will look into whether Lu Li-an (盧麗安), a China-based Taiwanese woman who has been elected to attend the upcoming 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), has violated Taiwanese law, the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Wednesday.
China offers wisdom in global governance People's Daily 04 Oct 2017 -- With its own development and becoming increasingly closer to the center of the world stage, China has been injecting positive energy into the international community in pursuit of better global governance over recent years.
Taiwan can resist Chinese invasion longer than 2 weeks: defense head CNA 03 Oct 2017 -- Defense Minister Feng Shih-kuan (馮世寬) said Tuesday that Taiwan's military is strong enough to resist a possible Chinese invasion for "more than two weeks" -- longer than one of his predecessors, Lee Tien-yu (李天羽), had envisioned nearly a decade ago.
President Tsai calls for new model for cross-strait ties CNA 03 Oct 2017 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) has reiterated her proposal that Taipei and Beijing create a new model to handle cross-Taiwan Strait relations, which have been at a standstill for more than a year since her inauguration in May 2016.
Party-building strengthened to welcome 19th CPC National Congress People's Daily 03 Oct 2017
China May Outfit 6th Generation Aircraft With New 'All-Seeing' Radar Sputnik 03 Oct 2017 -- The new prototype tetrahertz radar currently being tested by Chinese scientists may eventually be used to outfit the People Liberation Army's cutting edge fighter aircraft, according to a Russian analyst.
China Focus: How Chinese leaders are elected to Party congress People's Daily 02 Oct 2017 -- Xi Jinping and other 47 leaders of Communist Party of China (CPC) membership have been elected delegates to the Party's 19th National Congress that is to open on Oct. 18.
China's J-20 stealth fighters put into service CNA 01 Oct 2017 -- China's most advanced Chengdu J-20 stealth fighter has been officially commissioned into service, the country's defense ministry has recently confirmed for the first time, making China the second nation in the world, after the United States, to have an operational fifth-generation fighter jets.
President Xi meets U.S. secretary of state People's Daily 01 Oct 2017 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met with visiting U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson Saturday, discussing U.S. President Donald Trump's state visit to China later this year.

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