January 2018 - China Special Weapons News

Pentagon Fears Rapid Advancement of Chinese, Russian Anti-Satellite Weapons Sputnik 31 Jan 2018 -- Kessler Syndrome, here we come! The Pentagon has fretted that China and Russia are developing anti-satellite (ASAT) missiles that could shoot US low Earth orbit (LEO) objects out of the stars within the next two years.
Xi Jinping unanimously elected deputy to 13th NPC People's Daily 31 Jan 2018 -- HOHHOT, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping was elected deputy to the 13th National People's Congress (NPC) by a unanimous vote at the first session of the 13th regional people's congress of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Tuesday.
Hong Kong Citizens Move to Taiwan in Waves After Political Upsets VOA 31 Jan 2018 -- As new problems surface this month between Beijing and Hong Kong, a world financial center under Chinese rule for the past two decades, the nearby democratic island of Taiwan is expecting another wave of fearful immigrants.
China blasts companies for omitting South China Sea islands from national maps People's Daily 30 Jan 2018 -- Chinese authorities on Monday issued a "shame list" of eight companies that have misused China's national map, noting that such mistakes should not be tolerated.
China, Japan Vow to Establish Military Hotline to Avoid Maritime Incidents Sputnik 30 Jan 2018 -- During Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono's visit to Beijing, the top diplomats of China and Japan agreed to establish a hotline to avoid maritime military incidents.
Thailand praises capabilities of new tanks imported from China People's Daily 30 Jan 2018 -- The Royal Thai Army conducted tests of the China-built VT4 main battle tank, also known as the MBT3000, on Friday at the Royal Thai Army Cavalry Centre at Adisorn military camp in Saraburi. Reporters were there to witness the tests take place.
Beijing responds to US jitters over cybersecurity People's Daily 30 Jan 2018 -- Beijing called for the international community on Monday to enhance dialogue and cooperation on the basis of mutual trust to jointly cope with cybersecurity threats.
Seoul Accuses China of Violating Their Air Defense Identification Zone - Again Sputnik 30 Jan 2018 -- South Korea accused China on Monday of flying a military aircraft through their air defense identification zone without alerting Seoul of the flight beforehand. This is the second alleged Chinese violation of South Korea's air defense identification zone in as many months.
Military plane crashes in SW China's Guizhou: PLA air force People's Daily 30 Jan 2018 -- A military plane crashed in Guizhou Province on Monday during a training session, PLA air force said on its official Weibo account.
Military aircraft crashes in SW China People's Daily 30 Jan 2018 -- A Chinese military aircraft crashed in Suiyang County, Guizhou during training, the Chinese Air Force has confirmed.
China's white paper on Arctic policy enhances trust, refutes "China threat" People's Daily 30 Jan 2018 -- China's white paper on its Arctic policy issued on Jan. 26 will enhance trust between China and international community and promote global Arctic governance, said People's Daily Overseas Edition in a report on Monday.
China Needs Strengthened Nuclear Capabilities to Be Superpower - Newspaper Sputnik 30 Jan 2018 -- China must establish trustworthy nuclear deterrence capabilities and boost its nuclear counter-strike capabilities to strengthen the strategic balance of power and support the nation's global status as a superpower, the official newspaper of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), the nation's military, said Tuesday.
Chinese Military Plane Crashes During Training - Air Force Sputnik 29 Jan 2018 -- A Chinese military aircraft crashed during a training session in Guizhou province in Southwest China, the nation's Air Force said in a statement on Monday.
Taiwan faces bigger challenges as China tightens grip: MAC CNA 29 Jan 2018 -- China has tightened its grip on Taiwan since May 2016 and there is no sign that it will change its strategy, Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Minister Chang Hsiao-yueh (張小月) said Monday.
Military aircraft to take Taiwanese in China home for holiday CNA 29 Jan 2018 -- Military aircraft will be used to transport Taiwanese in China home from Kinmen for the Lunar New Year holiday if both sides of the Taiwan Strait fail to reach a consensus on the controversial issue of the M503 route, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) said Monday.
China's handling of controversial flight routes key to ties: MAC CNA 29 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan urged Beijing on Monday to hold talks with Taipei on China's controversial new flight routes in the Taiwan Strait, saying that how China handles the issue will show whether it cares about what people think in Taiwan.
China, Japan agree to hold China-Japan-ROK summit as soon as possible People's Daily 29 Jan 2018 -- China and Japanagreed to hold a new round of China-Japan-ROK leaders' meetings as soon as possible, and foster the proper environment for the trilateral summit.
China Places New Controls on Center of Tibetan Buddhist Studies VOA 27 Jan 2018 -- Chinese authorities are placing tighter administrative controls over Larung Gar, a Buddhist study center, according to a report released by Human Rights Watch (HRW).
China's Army Recruits Top Scientists to Develop Quantum Technology and AI Sputnik 27 Jan 2018 -- China is looking to the future as it embarks on a mission to develop cutting-edge technologies in order to become the new military tech superpower.
Hong Kong Bars Pro-Democracy Candidate VOA 27 Jan 2018 -- Hong Kong has barred a young activist from an upcoming election.
Convicted Chinese spy loses appeal against extended detention CNA 26 Jan 2018 -- A convicted Chinese spy's appeal against his extended detention was rejected Friday by Taiwan's Supreme Court.
Military rebuts "China military threat" People's Daily 26 Jan 2018 -- China's military authorities on Thursday scoffed the parlance of "Chinese military threat" after a U.S. think tank ranked the country as the biggest risk for the world in 2018, noting that "such sick mentality needs to be adjusted."
China publishes Arctic policy, eyeing vision of "Polar Silk Road" People's Daily 26 Jan 2018 -- China published a white paper on its Arctic policy Friday, pledging cooperative governance and elaborating a vision of "Polar Silk Road."
Analysts Skeptical of China's Boast on Industrial Performance VOA 26 Jan 2018 -- The Chinese government recently claimed that 98 major state-run industries have turned in the best industrial and financial performance in 2017 compared to the past five years. These companies, which have assets totaling $9 trillion, produced a remarkable profit of $218 billion, an increase of 15.2 percent in profit in 2017, more than double the rate of national economic growth.
China issues new training guideline for military People's Daily 26 Jan 2018 -- China issued its new guideline on military training, signaling a significant achievement on building a new military training system and offering regulation and rules on military training in the new era.
Xi's 'shared future' now a consensus People's Daily 26 Jan 2018 -- President Xi Jinping's vision of building a community with a shared future for mankind has become an important international consensus echoed by many countries, organizations and political parties in the past year, according to international relations analysts.
China Upgrades Its Ballistic Missiles Sputnik 26 Jan 2018 -- A Chinese military spokesman has stated that the People's Liberation Army Rocket Force has completed upgrades to its ballistic missiles.
US Navy Vessels Challenge China's 'Excessive Maritime Claims' Sputnik 25 Jan 2018 -- The US Navy's just-released annual report on freedom-of-navigation (FON) operations indicates that US vessels challenged what Washington calls excessive maritime claims by China more than they did similar claims by any other country.
China to fly new member of Wing Loong UAS family in 2018 People's Daily 25 Jan 2018 -- China will launch the Wing Loong ID in 2018, the latest model of the domestically-developed Wing Loong UAS family, with a series for a new model also underway, its developer AVIC has announced.
China denies plan to build military base in Afghanistan Press TV 25 Jan 2018 -- China's Defense Ministry has rejected as "groundless" reports circulating in the media that it is planning to build a military base in Afghanistan.
Beijing Rejects Claims of New People's Liberation Army Base in Afghanistan Sputnik 25 Jan 2018 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry dismissed the notion that the People's Liberation Army is establishing a new base near the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border on Thursday.
US imposes new sanctions against North Korea, Chinese firms aiding Pyongyang Press TV 24 Jan 2018 -- The United States has imposed new sanctions on North Korea and Chinese firms and individuals that support Pyongyang's nuclear weapons program.
US Treasury presses Hong Kong, Beijing over North Korea Press TV 24 Jan 2018 -- The United States has called on Hong Kong and Beijing to step up measures against North Korea over its nuclear program, according to the Treasury Department.
Treasury Sanctions North Korean Overseas Representatives, Shipping Companies, and Chinese Entities Supporting the Kim Regime US Treasury 24 Jan 2018 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today sanctioned nine entities, 16 individuals, and six vessels in response to North Korea's ongoing development of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and continued violations of United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs).
China's new electronic-warfare aircraft enhances navy's combat capability: experts People's Daily 24 Jan 2018 -- China has deployed its new electronic-warfare aircraft in its recent combat maneuvers, a move many military experts believe will help boost Chinese naval power in the disputed South China Sea.
China Develops Early Warning Jets For Aircraft Carriers Sputnik 24 Jan 2018 -- The Chinese military is building its first carrier-based early-warning plane capable of tracking stealth aircraft like the US' F-22s and F-35s used by services worldwide.
Chinese pressure would only strengthen Taiwan unity: president CNA 23 Jan 2018 -- China believes that Taiwan would submit to its control if it continues to pressure Taiwan, but that would only strengthen the unity of the people of Taiwan, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said recently.
China remains likely to attack Taiwan: Taiwanese president Press TV 23 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen says the likelihood remains for China to launch an attack on the self-ruled island, which is recognized by most world countries as Chinese territory.
PLA Navy deploys 'new type of electronic warfare aircraft' People's Daily 22 Jan 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's South China Sea Fleet deployed a "new type of electronic warfare aircraft" in its recent combat maneuvers, a move to greatly enhance the navy's capabilities in modern warfare to safeguard the country's sea rights, said Chinese military experts.
Xi: Revising Constitution is significant People's Daily 22 Jan 2018 -- General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee Xi Jinping has called the revision to China's Constitution a significant event in the political life of the CPC and the country.
Chinese Foreign Ministry Slams US Defense Strategy as 'Cold War Mentality' Sputnik 22 Jan 2018 -- On Friday, the Pentagon released the new US National Defense Strategy. Among other issues, the document listed Russia and China as security threats to the United States, while long-term strategic competition with Beijing and Moscow was among the key priorities for Washington.
Taiwan delays approval of Chinese flights over safety concerns: DPP CNA 21 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan withheld approval for two China-based airlines to operate extra cross-Taiwan Strait flights during the Lunar New Year period to highlight safety concerns over Beijing's unilateral launch of the M503 northbound route and three east-west extension routes, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) said Sunday.
China Claims US Warship Violated Its Sovereignty VOA 20 Jan 2018 -- China has accused the United States of violating its sovereignty after a U.S. missile destroyer sailed near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea.
China Accuses US Warship of Entering Territorial Waters, Violating Sovereignty Sputnik 20 Jan 2018 -- The South China Sea area is a disputed region claimed by Brunei, China, Malaysia, Taiwan, the Philippines and Vietnam, as it is believed that it has vast energy resources. Chinese authorities claim 90 percent of the area and have repeatedly said that all the country's activities in the region are China's sovereign right.
China accuses US warship of intruding into its territorial waters in S China Sea Press TV 20 Jan 2018 -- China has slammed the US for intruding into its territorial waters by sailing a missile destroyer close to a disputed South China Sea island, and vowed to take "necessary measures" to protect its sovereignty.
China Accuses US of Violating Maritime Border in South China Sea Incident Sputnik 20 Jan 2018 -- Beijing has declared that it will take "necessary measures" to protect Chinese sovereignty, after a US Navy destroyer sailed within a 12-mile international limit claimed by China in the South China Sea.
US Pacific military chief says China a disruptive force in region Press TV 19 Jan 2018 -- Head of the US military's Pacific command Admiral Harry Harris, known for his combative views on China, has said China is a disruptive power in the Indo-Pacific region urging countries in the region to build capabilities and work together to counter the Communist country.
Mattis: Countering China, Russia Now Top US Defense Priority VOA 19 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis says the United States is losing its competitive military advantage over China and Russia, marking the central challenge to America's armed forces.
US military edge over Russia, China eroding: Mattis Press TV 19 Jan 2018 -- Defense Secretary Jim Mattis has warned of "growing threats" from Russia and China, saying US military's advantages over the two countries have eroded in recent years.
Pentagon Chief Calls Russia, China 'Revisionist Powers' RFE/RL 19 Jan 2018 -- The U.S. defense secretary has called Russia and China "revisionist powers" and said the focus of U.S. military strategy was shifting away from terrorism and back toward what he called "great power competition."
Russia begins delivery of S-400 missiles to China, sources say Press TV 19 Jan 2018 -- Russia has started delivering batteries of the S-400 Triumf advanced missile defense system to China as part of a 2014 agreement, sources close to the Russian military say.
Components for Russian S-400 Defense Systems Damaged on Way to China - Moscow Sputnik 19 Jan 2018 -- A number of auxiliary components for S-400 air defense systems that had been sent from Russia to China under the 2014 contract were damaged during the shipment by sea, the Russian defense industry cooperation service (FSMTC) said Friday.
CAA rejects China's accusation in M503 dispute CNA 19 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan's Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA) on Friday expressed "strong regret" over China's condemnation of Taiwan's move to put extra Lunar New Year cross-strait flights on hold amid a dispute over the controversial M503 route.
176 Lunar New Year flights put on hold due to M503 dispute CNA 18 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan's Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA) confirmed a news report Thursday that it has provisionally delayed approval of applications by two China-based airlines to operate additional cross-strait flights during the Lunar New Year holiday in protest at China's unilateral decision to launch a northbound M503 route.
China to Discuss Constitutional Amendments, But How Far Will Xi Jinping Go? VOA 18 Jan 2018 -- A group of top Chinese Communist Party leaders is meeting in Beijing to discuss amendments to the country's constitution, but so far few details have been made public. Analysts said the two-day meeting, which ends Friday, is likely to further cement Chinese leader Xi Jinping's grip on power in the party state.
China should enhance presence in Indian Ocean to counter India’s missile tests: experts Global Times 18 Jan 2018 -- India's latest test of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), allegedly nuclear capable, poses a direct threat to China's security as well as a big challenge to the global efforts of nuclear-nonproliferation, a Chinese missile expert warned Thursday.
Chinese aircraft carrier enters Taiwan's ADIZ: MND CNA 17 Jan 2018 -- China's aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, entered Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) in the early hours of Tuesday, sailing just west of the median line of the Taiwan Strait, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Wednesday.
China reiterates support for Iran Deal IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- China Foreign Ministry spokesman has once again expressed support for Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Chinese UN envoy: China will continue to support JCPOA IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- Chinese Ambassador to the UN Wu Haitao described his country's stance on the Iran nuclear deal with six world powers ( JCPOA) as transparent, saying that his country will continue to support the international agreement.
India-China Bonhomie is Back on Track - Indian Army Chief Sputnik 17 Jan 2018 -- Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat has confirmed that the terms between Beijing and New Delhi have returned to the same level of cordiality that they'd been at prior to last year's Doklam standoff.
Satellite Photos Confirm Chinese Military Buildup Just Outside Doklam Sputnik 18 Jan 2018 -- New satellite imagery has revealed that China is building an enormous military complex just miles from the site of their 10-week standoff with the Indian military along the Doklam Plateau over the summer of 2017.
China's armed forces to set up full-time inspection teams People's Daily 17 Jan 2018 -- Senior Party members at the rank of military corps and above will be overseen by full-time inspection teams, said a military regulation made public Tuesday.
Chinese Aircraft Carrier Group Sails Through Taiwan Strait Sputnik 17 Jan 2018 -- China's sole active aircraft carrier and its carrier group sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, Taiwanese authorities report, noting that no unusual activity was detected.
Chinese navy commissions new missile frigate for offshore defense Global Times 16 Jan 2018 -- China's new guided-missile frigate Wuhai, the latest member of the Type 056 corvettes family and with stronger anti-submarine capabilities, officially begun naval service on Monday.
Trump, Xi Hopeful Korean Contacts Will Change Pyongyang's Nuclear Weapons Pursuit VOA 16 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, are hopeful that recent contacts between South and North Korean officials will lead to a change in Pyongyang's "destructive behavior" pursuing nuclear weapons, the White House said Tuesday.
Watchdog vows strong enforcement People's Daily 15 Jan 2018 -- China's top anti-graft agency pledged on Saturday to safeguard the position of Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, as the core of the Central Committee and the whole Party.
Japan Accuses China of Encroaching on Disputed Islands with Warships, Submarines Sputnik 13 Jan 2018 -- Japan has publicly complained to China's Foreign Ministry about the "provocative" movement of People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN) warships and submarines encroaching on an island chain in the East China Sea disputed by the two Asian powers.
All parties must continue to implement JCPOA: China FM Press TV 13 Jan 2018 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged all signatories to the multilateral 2015 agreement on Iran's nuclear program to continue its implementation amid US threats to withdraw from the deal.
Espionage Fears Spur US Army Base to Replace Chinese Security Cameras Sputnik 12 Jan 2018 -- A US Army base in Missouri has removed all of its Chinese-made cameras following concerns that the devices were being used by China to conduct surveillance on the US military.
Xi calls for fundamental improvement of CPC political ecosystem People's Daily 12 Jan 2018 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Thursday called for more anti-corruption efforts to "fundamentally improve the political ecosystem of the Party."
First Hualong One reactor unit gets its dome People's Daily 12 Jan 2018 -- The world's first Hualong One nuclear reactor has been completed in south China's Fujian province after the installation of its dome-shaped containment structure, chinanews.com reported on Thursday.
New J-16 Fighters Enter China's Air Fleet Sputnik 12 Jan 2018 -- China's J-16 fighter jets are quietly being introduced to the People's Liberation Army Air Force at a faster rate than the country's new fifth-generation J-20, though the latter has garnered much more international attention.
Japan Protests Presence of Chinese Naval Ships Near Disputed Islands VOA 11 Jan 2018 -- Japan has lodged an official protest with China after a Chinese naval vessel was spotted in the East China Sea near a group of islands claimed by both countries.
Japan protests after Chinese vessel sails in vicinity of disputed isles Press TV 11 Jan 2018 -- Japan has officially protested to China over an incident in which a Chinese frigate sailed in waters near disputed islands in the East China Sea, calling on Beijing to avoid actions that could impede the betterment of bilateral relations.
China Urges Japan to Avoid 'Artificial' Incidents Near Disputed Islands Sputnik 11 Jan 2018 -- Beijing has called on Japanese authorities to avoid creating "artificial" incidents around the group of disputed, uninhabited islands in the East China Sea, known as the Senkaku islands in Japan and the Diaoyu islands in China.
China to build world's largest fully steerable radio telescope People's Daily 11 Jan 2018 -- Chinese authorities have approved a plan to build a radio telescope in Qitai, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, noting that it will be the world's largest fully steerable single-dish radio telescope upon completion.
China will not attend 'meaningless' Vancouver summit on North Korea Press TV 11 Jan 2018 -- China, North Korea's main international ally, will be snubbing a ministerial summit scheduled by the United States and Canada to discuss tensions with North Korea, calling the upcoming meeting "meaningless."
China's new landing ship useful in island dispute: expert People's Daily 11 Jan 2018 -- Another Type 071 landing ship from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy came into the limelight on Wednesday with military experts saying such ships could enhance military advantages in dealing with potential island disputes.
Xi orders armed police to uphold CPC's absolute leadership People's Daily 11 Jan 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday ordered the armed police force to uphold the absolute leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
China 'happy' for high-level talks by DPRK and ROK People's Daily 10 Jan 2018 -- Beijing says it "feels happy" to see improved relations between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the Republic of Korea after the two sides held high-profile talks. China called on the international community to lend its backing to such efforts.
China attack on Taiwan unlikely during a Korean-U.S. war: scholars CNA 09 Jan 2018 -- Two American scholars on Monday expressed disagreement with a Canadian expert's view that if war breaks out between the United States and North Korea, China would use the opportunity to attack Taiwan.
U.S. opposes China's unilateral launch of new flight routes CNA 09 Jan 2018 -- The United States is concerned about China's unilateral activation of four aviation routes near the median line of the Taiwan Strait and opposes one-sided actions to alter the status quo across the strait, a senior U.S. policy advisor said Monday.
ICAO has yet to respond on new Chinese flight routes: source CNA 09 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan has expressed its concern to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) over Beijing's recent unilateral activation of four aviation routes close to the median line of the Taiwan Strait, a government source told local media Tuesday.
China's second aircraft carrier to hold first sea trials: expert People's Daily 09 Jan 2018 -- China's second aircraft carrier might conduct its first sea trials in February, military analysts said after Taiwan media reported that China's first aircraft carrier the Liaoning sailed near the island on Friday.
Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning to boost PLA combat capacity: experts People's Daily 09 Jan 2018 -- Chinese military experts on Monday praised the country's first aircraft carrier Liaoning's increasing fighting capacity after it reportedly passed through the Taiwan Strait heading south on Jan. 5.
Senior Chinese general faces trial over corruption Press TV 09 Jan 2018 -- A senior Chinese military commander is to face prosecution over involvement in bribery, as President Xi Jinping steps up his flagship anti-corruption campaign.
China new flight routes evoke angry response from Taiwan Press TV 08 Jan 2018 -- Tensions are once again rising between China and Taiwan. Beijing has recently expanded civil aviation routes over the Taiwan Strait. But the government in Taipei is now making its objections heard, arguing that the "irresponsible" move threatens regional security.
Taiwan Angry Over New Chinese Aviation Routes That 'Harm Regional Stability' Sputnik 08 Jan 2018 -- The president of Taiwan recently pushed back against China's decision to unilaterally open a new aviation route that Taipei says violates a 2015 agreement to discuss flight paths around the island.
China's returning space lab poses no risk to Earth: top Chinese engineer People's Daily 08 Jan 2018 -- Chinese scientists on Monday dismissed rumors of possible dangers caused by the country's retired space station Tiangong-1, noting that most of its components will burn up safely while re-entering earth, posing no threat to Earth.
PLA Navy to streamline pilot training as more aircraft carriers expected People's Daily 08 Jan 2018 -- As China's aircraft carrier fleet expands, the Chinese navy is exploring ways to streamline the training process for its pilots by introducing a new generation of aircraft to aeronautical university training programs, Chinese military experts said on Thursday.
Taiwan calls for talks with China on aviation issues CNA 07 Jan 2018 -- Taiwan is calling for discussions with China on issues related to aviation management in the Taiwan Strait, in the wake of China's recent unilateral activation of four aviation routes close to the median line of the strait.
Chinese President Addresses Military: Fear Neither Hardship Nor Death Sputnik 06 Jan 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping encouraged thousands of People's Liberation Army troops this week to display "the fighting spirit, fearing neither hardship nor death."
Series of Satellite Launches Will Bolster Chinese Control of Disputed Sea VOA 05 Jan 2018 -- A Chinese province's plan to launch 10 satellites over a widely disputed sea starting next year will help guide China to prime natural resources and enable fast reaction to any foreign ship movement, boosting China's lead over five other Asian governments.
China places tougher limits on trade with North Korea Press TV 05 Jan 2018 -- China has imposed tighter trade limits on North Korea to increase pressure on its neighbor over its weapons program.
China Fully Suspends Exports of Iron, Industrial Equipment to N Korea Sputnik 05 Jan 2018 -- North Korean trade volume with China, the country's biggest trade partner, slumped this year amid several rounds of sanctions imposed by the United Nations in response to Pyongyang's multiple missile and nuclear tests.
Xi stresses building elite combat force People's Daily 05 Jan 2018 -- President Xi Jinpinghas ordered the creation of an elite combat force through real combat training and digitalization.
China to Build Second Foreign Naval Base, This Time in Pakistan Sputnik 05 Jan 2018 -- China is planning to build its second foreign naval base in Pakistan following the ribbon cutting ceremony for its first overseas base in Djibouti last July.
'We Need Stronger Spirit': China's Xi Wants Superior Hi-Tech Army Sputnik 05 Jan 2018 -- The Chinese president made the statement during his recent inspection of a Ground Force division from the Central Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
China Begins Construction of Third Domestically Made Aircraft Carrier Sputnik 05 Jan 2018 -- Less than one year after Chinese shipyard workers completed the nation's first domestically made aircraft carrier, workers were already toiling away on what will one day become China's third homemade carrier.
'Always be prepared for war,' China's Xi tells military Press TV 05 Jan 2018 -- China's President Xi Jinping has called on the country's military – the largest and among the most disciplined in the world – to be prepared for war at all times.
Media Reports Chinese Incursion in Arunachal Pradesh; Experts Call it Routine Sputnik 04 Jan 2018 -- Barely two months after the Doklam crisis ended, a Chinese road construction team entered one kilometer into the Indian Territory, according to the Indian Express. While the Indian government tried to downplay the incursion, China has reasserted that it never recognized Arunachal Pradesh as part of India.
Xi stresses real combat training People's Daily 04 Jan 2018 -- President Xi Jinping Wednesday instructed the armed forces to strengthen real combat training and improve its war-winning capability.
Chinese Attack Drones Achieve 'Record' Missile Accuracy - State Media Sputnik 04 Jan 2018 -- China's most advanced medium-range strike drone set a new record in live fire tests by hitting "five targets in succession" with five unique missile types, the state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) recently told Chinese news outlets.
President Xi delivers New Year speech vowing resolute reform in 2018 People's Daily 01 Jan 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping Sunday delivered a New Year speech, vowing that China would resolutely carry out reform in 2018.

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