March 2018 - China Special Weapons News

Scientists Track Chinese Space Station's Final Hours in Orbit VOA 31 Mar 2018 -- Scientists are monitoring a defunct Chinese space station that is expected to fall to Earth sometime this weekend – the largest man-made object to re-enter Earth's atmosphere in a decade.
Kim's visit highlights China's central role in denuclearizing Korean Peninsula People's Daily 30 Mar 2018 -- The recent visit to Beijing by Kim Jong Un, the leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), has reaffirmed China's central role in denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula.
12 bombers practice in long-range drill People's Daily 29 Mar 2018 -- An elite bomber unit of the People's Liberation Army Air Force sent 12 H-6K bombers on Monday on a long-range combat training mission that is believed to be the Air Force's largest deployment of bombers in a single operation in recent years.
China's fighter J-20 jet ready for combat at any time: chief designer People's Daily 27 Mar 2018 -- China's stealth fifth-generation fighters J-20 are ready for combat at any time, said Yang Wei, academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences and chief designer of the aircraft.
Chinese military aircraft again fly close to Taiwan: MND CNA 26 Mar 2018 -- Several Chinese military aircraft were seen flying Monday over the Bashi Channel, which lies between Taiwan and the Philippines, as part of a long-range flight training mission in the Western Pacific, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said that day.
Chinese air force conducts high-sea training People's Daily 26 Mar 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force recently conducted a high-sea training mission in the West Pacific and a joint combat patrol mission in the South China Sea, an air force spokesperson confirmed Sunday.
N Korean top diplomat arrives in China after talks in Finland Press TV 22 Mar 2018 -- A senior North Korean diplomat has arrived in China following a visit to Finland, where he held informal talks with officials from South Korea and the United States over a possible summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and US President Donald Trump.
World needs a better understanding of China, "Voice of China" can help People's Daily 22 Mar 2018 -- Recently, the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China issued a plan on deepening the reform of the Party and state institutions. The plan includes the creation of a new central radio and television network that will be known under the name "Voice of China." It is the combination of China Central Television (including China Global Television Network), China National Radio, and China Radio International, and it will serve as an institution directly under the State Council.
China pledges retaliation as Trump prepares to announce new tariffs Press TVd 22 Mar 2018 -- In a new warning to Washington, Beijing pledges tit-for-tat measures should the US choose to slap trade sanctions against China over what it calls "the theft" of American intellectual property.
Chinese aircraft carrier enters Taiwan's ADIZ again CNA 21 Mar 2018 -- China's aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, entered waters that are part of Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Tuesday, Defense Minister Yen Teh-fa (嚴德發) said, but he insisted his ministry is keeping a close watch on Beijing's regional drills.
Taipei Sends Jets, Ships to Surveil Chinese Carrier Strike Group Sputnik 21 Mar 2018 -- Taiwanese aircraft scrambled to monitor a Chinese carrier battle group transiting the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday following Chinese President Xi Jinping's warning that Taiwan would face the "punishment of history" if it seeks independence.
Taiwan's president calls for healthy development of China ties CNA 21 Mar 2018 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Tuesday that the key to healthy development of cross-Taiwan Strait ties lies in mutually beneficial policies that are negotiated on an equal footing.
Development of cross-strait ties should be based on laws: MAC head CNA 21 Mar 2018 -- The relations between the two sides of Taiwan Strait should be developed on the basis of the relevant existing laws, Chen Ming-tung (陳明通), head of Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC), said Wednesday.
President Xi vows to serve the people as national legislature concludes annual session People's Daily 21 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping Tuesday vowed to continue to serve the people at the closing meeting of the 13th National People's Congress (NPC) annual session.
Xi: China's development poses no threat to others People's Daily 21 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said China's development does not pose a threat to any other country.
Trump Expected to Turn Up the Heat on China in Looming Trade War VOA 21 Mar 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump is expected at any time to fire a salvo directly at China in what could escalate into a full-scale trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Premier reaffirms government's stance on 1992 consensus CNA 20 Mar 2018 -- Premier Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Tuesday reaffirmed the government's stance on the 1992 consensus, saying that if China sees the consensus as the only key able to open the door to the development of cross-strait relations, that will not be accepted in Taiwan.
U.S. reaffirms one-China policy as China protests travel act CNA 20 Mar 2018 -- The United States on Monday reiterated its commitment to the one-China policy in response to Beijing's protest over the recent passing of a bill that encourages visits between government officials of the U.S. and Taiwan.
Taiwan to face 'punishment of history' over any separatist move: Xi Press TV 20 Mar 2018 -- In his strongest warning yet to Taiwan, China's President Xi Jinping says the self-ruled island will face the "punishment of history" for any attempt to split the mainland.
China's Xi Has Stern Warning for Taiwan VOA 20 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued a stern warning to Taiwan as he begins his second term in office, telling the self-ruled island it would face the "punishment of history" if it made any attempt toward separatism.
Xi looks ahead with the Chinese Dream and its worldwide impact as NPC session closes People's Daily 20 Mar 2018 -- Chinese president Xi Jinping called on all efforts to tackle the challenges and realize the Chinese Dream of national rejuvenation as the first session of the 13th National People's Congress (NPC) closed on Tuesday in Beijing.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang talks about economy, reform and diplomacy People's Daily 20 Mar 2018 -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and newly-elected vice premiers attended a press conference at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Tuesday, following the closing meeting of the first session of the 13th National People's Congress.
NPC endorses State Council lineup People's Daily 20 Mar 2018 -- The 13th National People's Congress, China's national legislature, decided on the new lineup of the State Council at the seventh plenary meeting of its first session on Monday morning.
China builds world's fastest wind tunnel to spur spaceplane development People's Daily 20 Mar 2018 -- China is building the world's fastest hypersonic wind tunnel to help with the development of spaceplanes.
China to Apply 'Military Pressure' Against US for Signing of Taiwan Travel Act Sputnik 20 Mar 2018 -- An editorial in China's state-run Global Times has announced that Beijing "will and should" respond to US President Donald Trump's signing of the Taiwan Travel Act on Friday with "military pressure."
Xi's consolidation of power not beneficial to Taiwan: NSB head CNA 19 Mar 2018 -- China's recent constitutional changes that allow Xi Jinping (習近平) to remain as its president indefinitely will result in greater pressure on Taiwan, the head of Taiwan's top intelligence agency said Monday.
Op-ed: Sustain talks on Korean Peninsula until good outcomes achieved People's Daily 19 Mar 2018 -- The Korean Peninsula has entered into a critical period for dialogue, as a summit will be held between the Republic of Korea (ROK) President Moon Jae-in and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) top leader Kim Jong Un in late April, and US President Donald Trump has reportedly agreed to meet Kim by May.
China plans ministry of veterans' affairs People's Daily 19 Mar 2018 -- China plans to improve the service and management system of demobilized military personnel by setting up a ministry dedicated to dealing with veterans' affairs, according to a government reshuffle plan made available to the media on Tuesday.
Newly-elected President Xi steers China toward prosperity People's Daily 19 Mar 2018 -- As ceremonial music echoed throughout the Great Hall of the People, Xi Jinping took his place on the podium.
China's new cabinet members endorsed People's Daily 19 Mar 2018 -- The new lineup of China's State Council, nominated by Premier Li Keqiang, was endorsed by lawmakers at the ongoing national legislative session in Beijing on Monday.
Low-Profile Official to Head China's New Powerful Anti-Graft Agency VOA 19 Mar 2018 -- China's largely rubber-stamp legislature has appointed the former head of its defunct Supervision Ministry as chair of a newly created and powerful anti-graft body that will oversee more than 100 million state employees.
Cambodia, China launch joint drill on anti-terrorism, humanitarian rescue People's Daily 18 Mar 2018 -- Cambodia and China launched the second joint drill on counter-terrorism and humanitarian rescue at a training field in the Maras Prov Mountains on Saturday.
China calls on US to 'correct mistake' on Taiwan Press TV 18 Mar 2018 -- Beijing has called on Washington to "correct its mistake" following a move by US President Donald Trump to approve high-level contacts between officials from US and Taiwan, which China claims sovereignty over.
US Taiwan Travel Act Sends Wrong Signal to 'Separatists' - Chinese Ministry Sputnik 18 Mar 2018 -- New US Taiwan Travel Act sends a false signal to the "separatist" forces of Taiwan and violates the principle of "One-China" Policy, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said on Sunday.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang Re-Elected for Second Term Sputnik 18 Mar 2018 -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang was re-elected on Sunday by the National People's Congress (NPC) for his second term in the office.
Cambodia Joins China for Military Drills as US Relations Cool VOA 18 Mar 2018 -- Hundreds of Cambodian and Chinese soldiers began a 15-day joint military exercise in central Cambodia this week, involving live-fire rocket launches from helicopters, mock tank battles, and anti-terrorism and emergency relief training. China will reportedly also donate tanks and armored personnel carriers on the occasion.
China lodges representations with US over Taiwan Travel Act People's Daily 18 Mar 2018 -- China has lodged stern representations with the United States over a Taiwan-related bill, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said over the weekend.
China launches land exploration satellite into space People's Daily 18 Mar 2018 -- China launched a land exploration satellite into a preset orbit from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the Gobi desert of the country's northwest at 3:10 p.m. Saturday.
Xi signs presidential decree to appoint Li Keqiang as premier People's Daily 18 Mar 2018 -- Li Keqiang was endorsed as Chinese premier Sunday morning at the ongoing first session of the 13th National People's Congress, the country's national legislature.
Taiwan vows to strengthen ties with U.S. after Trump signs travel act CNA 17 Mar 2018 -- Taiwan said Saturday that it welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's signing of the Taiwan Travel Act and expressed gratitude to support for Taipei from Washington, while vowing to strengthen ties with the U.S.
U.S. president signs Taiwan Travel Act despite warnings from China CNA 17 Mar 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday signed the Taiwan Travel Act, a bill that encourages visits between government officials of the United States and Taiwan at all levels, despite strong opposition from China.
Chinese embassy in Washington denounces U.S.-Taiwan travel bill People's Daily 17 Mar 2018 -- Commenting on a Taiwan-related bill, the Chinese Embassy in the United States on Friday expressed China's strong dissatisfaction with and firm opposition to it, saying the bill violates the one-China principle.
Trump signs US-Taiwan travel bill, angers China Press TV 17 Mar 2018 -- President Donald Trump has signed a new travel bill, allowing senior US officials to go to Taiwan to meet Taiwanese counterparts and vice versa, a move that has angered China, which regards Taiwan as a wayward province.
PLA launches educational campaign, urging responsibilities People's Daily 17 Mar 2018 -- The general office of China's Central Military Commission (CMC) on Friday made public a guideline on an educational campaign in the military.
China recounts major leaps in aviation industry People's Daily 17 Mar 2018 -- Chinese aviation industry has made significant leaps over the past five years, according to the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), the country's aviation giant.
Xi Jinping unanimously elected Chinese president, CMC chairman People's Daily 17 Mar 2018 -- Xi Jinping was elected Chinese president by a unanimous vote Saturday morning at the ongoing session of the 13th National People's Congress.
Chinese president takes oath of allegiance to Constitution for first time People's Daily 17 Mar 2018 -- "I pledge my allegiance to the Constitution of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to safeguard the Constitution authority, fulfil my legal obligations ..." Newly elected Chinese President Xi Jinping took the solemn oath in Beijing Saturday.
China's massive cabinet restructuring plan adopted People's Daily 17 Mar 2018 -- China's national legislature on Saturday adopted a massive cabinet restructuring plan to make the government better-structured, more efficient, and service-oriented.
Taiwan proposes measures to counter China's incentives CNA 16 Mar 2018 -- Taiwan's Cabinet on Friday announced "eight major strategies" to counter China's latest attempt to attract Taiwanese people to study, work and invest in the mainland through 31 incentives.
Reports reveal sea tests of electromagnetic railguns People's Daily 16 Mar 2018 -- Official media reports on two scientists during China's Two Sessions period have revealed that the Chinese navy is making notable achievements on advanced weapons, including sea tests of electromagnetic railguns, and noise-reduction of its nuclear submarines.
Chinese Marines Conduct Major War Games Involving 10,000 Troops Sputnik 16 Mar 2018 -- More than 10,000 troops have crossed the country in its largest military training drills, according to the China Central Television program Military Report.
Taiwan to announce response to China's 'incentives' policy CNA 15 Mar 2018 -- The Cabinet is expected to announce later this week a series of measures in response to Beijing's recent offer of a raft of incentives aimed at attracting Taiwanese investment and talent, government sources said Thursday.
'Once hard ice melts:' China, Russia back Korean peace Press TV 15 Mar 2018 -- China and Russia have expressed their full support for a peace drive launched by South Korea to resolve the persisting Korean crisis, a top South Korean official says.
Chinese peacekeeping helicopters complete UN transport mission People's Daily 15 Mar 2018 -- China's first peacekeeping helicopter detachment concluded the transport of soldiers and cargos of the Senegalese peacekeeping in-fantry battalion affiliated to the Sector North of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) on March 4.
Op-ed: Xi's thought injects positive energy into world People's Daily 15 Mar 2018 -- Last October, a three-episode documentary, "China: Time of Xi", which introduces Chinese President Xi Jinping's ideas and visions on national governance, had its debut on the Discovery Channel.
Chinese Jets Drill at High Altitude Near Western Border After Engine Upgrades Sputnik 15 Mar 2018 -- Recent footage of People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) jets flying in western China have caused Chinese military analysts to asses that the country is increasing its military presence near the border with India, and that the country has overcome some technical hurdles to become a more effective mountain combat force.
China's BeiDou navigation application expected to be launched this May People's Daily 14 Mar 2018 -- A navigation application based on China's home-grown BeiDou Navigation Satellite System is expected to be launched on May 1, Chinese media reported.
As Trump and Kim Look to Meet, China Watches From Sidelines VOA 14 Mar 2018 -- China is voicing support for the possible U.S.-North Korea summit, despite concerns that it will be left out of talks that could dramatically alter regional security and political dynamics.
Wang Yang elected chairman of China's top political advisory body People's Daily 14 Mar 2018 -- Wang Yang was elected chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the top political advisory body, Wednesday afternoon.
China's Military Footprint Grows Alongside Economic Interests in Africa VOA 14 Mar 2018 -- In the 2017 movie Wolf Warrior 2, the protagonist is a heroic Chinese soldier fighting mercenaries, pirates and an Ebola-like disease in a nameless African country. The film depicts a China that's strong but benevolent – ready to fight but doing so in the name of justice and peace.
Xi expects smooth DPRK-ROK summit, DPRK-U.S. dialogue People's Daily 13 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met Monday with Chung Eui-yong, top national security advisor for the President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Moon Jae-in, in Beijing.
Xi calls for deepened military-civilian integration People's Daily 13 Mar 2018 -- President Xi Jinping Monday stressed practical efforts to further deepen military-civilian integration to provide impetus and support for realizing the Chinese dream and the goal to build a strong military.
J-20 stealth fighter's capabilities to be enhanced People's Daily 13 Mar 2018 -- China will continue to improve and upgrade its cutting-edge J-20 stealth fighter jet, giving it more capabilities than merely penetrating an enemy's air defense networks, according to its chief designer.
China unveils cabinet reshuffle plan People's Daily 13 Mar 2018 -- China on Tuesday unveiled a massive cabinet reshuffle plan to make the government better-structured, more efficient, and service-oriented.
China to help Africa nurture independent growth capabilities People's Daily 12 Mar 2018 -- China will help African countries nurture independent growth and development capabilities as part of new measures to boost China-Africa economic and trade cooperation, a deputy commerce minister said Sunday.
Xi expected to reinforce efforts to seek Taiwanese people's hearts CNA 12 Mar 2018 -- Now that Chinese leader Xi Jinping's (習近平) presidency has been extended beyond 2023, Beijing is expected to increase its efforts to seek Taiwanese people's hearts, because this was the basis for Xi's Taiwan policy after he assumed office five years ago, according to a Chinese scholar.
Indefinite term for China's leader has implications for Taiwan CNA 12 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping's (習近平) elevation to China's most powerful leader in decades may make unifying Taiwan with China a more imperative goal, but given the scrapped term limits, he may feel less immediate time pressure to achieve that, an expert said recently.
Chinese president could break customary approaches to Taiwan CNA 12 Mar 2018 -- A Taiwanese scholar versed in China affairs believes Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平), who secured absolute leadership through constitutional change Sunday that removes presidential term limits, could break China's customary practices in relations with Taiwan.
Xi's thought enshrined in China's Constitution People's Daily 12 Mar 2018 -- China's national legislature Sunday afternoon adopted constitutional amendments, enshrining Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era into the Constitution.
Op-ed: China's new type of party system enlightens world People's Daily 12 Mar 2018 -- The system of multiparty cooperation and political consultation led by the Communist Party of China (CPC), as China's basic political system, is a new type of party system growing from China's soil, Chinese President Xi Jinping said when attending a joint panel discussion with political advisers during the First Session of the 13th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).
Beijing disproves Tillerson's inappropriate words on China-Africa relations People's Daily 11 Mar 2018 -- Supporting Africa in realizing peace, stability and development serves the common interests and is also the shared responsibility of the international community, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang told a regular press conference on March 7.
China's national legislature adopts constitutional amendment People's Daily 11 Mar 2018 -- China's National People's Congress (NPC), the national legislature, adopted an amendment to the country's Constitution on Sunday.
Xi underlines clean, upright political ecology People's Daily 11 Mar 2018 -- President Xi Jinping on Saturday underlined a "clean and upright" political ecology and urged leading officials to uphold rule of law.
China to host four diplomatic events this year: Foreign Minister People's Daily 11 Mar 2018 -- The main highlights of China's diplomatic calendar in 2018 will include four events the country is going to host, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told a press conference on China's foreign policies and foreign relations on Thursday.
China parliament removes presidential term limit Press TV 11 Mar 2018 -- Members of the Chinese Parliament have passed a constitutional amendment that removes the presidential term limit and allows China's incumbent President Xi Jinping to potentially remain in office indefinitely.
Chinese Lawmakers Rule to Abolish Presidential Term Limit, Enshrine Xi's Ideas Sputnik 11 Mar 2018 -- According to a new amendment to China's constitution, the country's president will no longer be limited to two consecutive five-year terms. Lawmakers also approved the inclusion of incumbent President Xi Jinping's name in the constitution.
China Places Big Bet on Xi Jinping, Scraps Presidential Term Limits VOA 11 Mar 2018 -- In the short space of two weeks, China has announced and on now voted with near unanimous approval to amend the country's constitution and give party state's powerful leader Xi Jinping a mandate to stay in office indefinitely.
Hong Kong Votes to Replace Ousted Pro-Democracy Lawmakers VOA 11 Mar 2018 -- Hong Kong saw low turnout numbers for an election Sunday to replace four lawmakers disqualified over oaths last year the Chinese government deemed improper.
Xi, Trump discuss Korean Peninsula, bilateral relations over phone People's Daily 10 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, on Friday discussed the situation on the Korean Peninsula and bilateral relations via phone.
Chinese judiciary maintains high pressure against graft People's Daily 10 Mar 2018 -- China's judicial and procuratorial organs have maintained high pressure against graft, as the numbers of both investigated public servants and convicted high-ranking officials set records.
Readout of President Donald J. Trump's Call with President Xi Jinping of China The White House 09 Mar 2018
China's development does not threaten others: senior military officer People's Daily 09 Mar 2018 -- A senior Chinese military officer on Thursday defended the proposed rise of China's annual defense budget against a new round of "China threat theory."
Beijing Blames External Forces for Sowing Discord in South China Sea Sputnik 08 Mar 2018 -- External forces are flexing military muscle in the South China Sea in a bid to destabilize the region after tensions began to ease, China's foreign minister Wang Yi said Thursday.
China: Outside forces trying to muddy regional waters Press TV 08 Mar 2018 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says his country has a strong resolve to maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea despite attempts by external forces to "muddy the waters" in the disputed region.
Beijing needs to build defensive structures on South China Sea islands: Army general Press TV 08 Mar 2018 -- A leading Chinese military general says his country needs to build defensive structures on artificial islands in the South China Sea to assert its sovereignty over nearly the entire region amid tensions between Beijing and Washington.
Highlights of foreign minister's press conference People's Daily 08 Mar 2018 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met the press Thursday morning on the sidelines of the first session of the 13th National People's Congress.
China, Russia Mounting Growing Challenge to US in Africa VOA 07 Mar 2018 -- China and Russia are working to expand their influence across Africa, hoping to outspend or out-compete the United States, U.S. officials warn, describing it as part of a larger effort by both countries to reshape the world order.
China Warms, for Now, to Rival Taiwan VOA 07 Mar 2018 -- China is testing a friendlier stance, at least for now, toward old foe Taiwan as military moves and a diplomatic squeeze have made the island's leaders angrier.
Premier underlines reform, opening-up, people's livelihood People's Daily 07 Mar 2018 -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang called for joint efforts to advance reform and opening-up, promote innovation, sustain economic growth and improve people's livelihood at the ongoing national legislative session Tuesday.
China party system sets an example People's Daily 07 Mar 2018 -- Leaders of non-Communist parties said on Tuesday that China's system of multiparty cooperation and political consultation creates a new party system and provides "China's solution" and "China's wisdom" for the development of world party politics.
China capable of forestalling systemic risks: finance minister People's Daily 07 Mar 2018 -- China is confident of fully forestalling systemic risks, the country's financial minister said here Wednesday, voicing firm stance on debt control.
China to strengthen financing support for Belt and Road Initiative People's Daily 07 Mar 2018 -- China will strengthen financing and tax support to better serve the Belt and Road Initiative, a deputy finance minister said on Wednesday.
Revealed! What Made Chinese Warships Headed to Troubled Maldives Make a U-Turn Sputnik 07 Mar 2018 -- India's tri-service war games in the Indian Ocean coincided with a Constitutional crisis in the strategically located island nation Maldives. It was apparently this exercise that forced China to abort a naval mission reportedly aimed at containing New Delhi's influence over the troubled country.
US Mulls Opportunities to Cooperate With China at Military Base in Djibouti Sputnik 06 Mar 2018 -- The Chinese military base in Djibouti provides an opportunity to work with the nearby US military base on issues such as humanitarian medical relief, even as the US closely monitors China's likely counterintelligence activities in the African port, US Africa Command (AFRICOM) head Gen. Thomas Waldhauser said on Tuesday.
Taiwan to roll out strategy in response to China's proposed incentives CNA 06 Mar 2018 -- The government will announce measures next week in response to Beijing's recent offer of a raft of incentives aimed at attracting Taiwanese investment and talent into China, Premier Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Tuesday.
China's new incentives aimed at annexing Taiwan: premier CNA 06 Mar 2018 -- A set of incentive measures targeted at Taiwanese citizens that were recently unveiled by Beijing are aimed at eventually annexing Taiwan, Premier Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Tuesday.
China to launch Long March-5B rocket in 2019 People's Daily 06 Mar 2018 -- China will launch the Long March-5B carrier rocket into space in 2019, according to a spokesperson for the China Manned Space Engineering Office (CMSEO).
Chinese president stresses focus of developing high-quality economy People's Daily 06 Mar 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday the focus of high-quality economic development should be placed on transforming and upgrading industries.
China defends increase in defense spending as proportionate Press TV 06 Mar 2018 -- China has defended a recent increase in its 2018 defense budget, saying the hike is a reasonable compared to the United States.
China Tests Reusable Hypersonic Spacecraft With Military, Civilian Applications Sputnik 06 Mar 2018 -- Chinese researchers recently tested a demonstration version of a reusable, hypersonic spacecraft in the vast Gobi Desert in late February as part of a major push to become one of the leaders in space exploration, according to a new report.
China Upholds Its Military Budget Rise, Rejects 'Usual Suspects' Finger-Pointing Sputnik 06 Mar 2018 -- Beijing's announcement of an 8.1 percent rise in defense spending for 2018 has already alarmed the US and China's immediate neighbors, including Japan and self-ruled Taiwan.
China Building Trenches and Helipads at Doklam - Indian Defense Minister Sputnik 06 Mar 2018 -- India's defense ministry has informed the nation's parliament about the massive infrastructure construction by the Chinese People's Liberation Army at the Doklam plateau, which was the site of a bitter standoff between the Indian Army and Chinese forces last year.
What's the big deal? China's most important annual political meetings, the "Two Sessions," are underway People's Daily 05 Mar 2018 -- China has kicked off its most important annual political meetings, commonly known as the "Two Sessions," or "Lianghui". The "Two Sessions" are: CPPCC, the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, which is the country's top advisory body; and NPC, National People's Congress, which is the China's top legislature body.
China concludes 14-year peacekeeping operations in Liberia People's Daily 05 Mar 2018 -- The fifth Chinese peacekeeping police team to Liberia withdrew from the peacekeeping area on Wednesday 28 February this year after finishing their missions, marking the end of China's 14-year peacekeeping operations in Liberia.
China won't tolerate any 'separatist schemes,' Beijing warns Taipei Press TV 05 Mar 2018 -- Mainland China has warned self-ruled Taiwan that it has zero tolerance for any "separatist schemes" amid mounting tensions between the two sides over a US bill that seeks to improve ties between Washington and Taipei.
China Warns Taiwan It Will 'Never Tolerate Any Separatist Schemes' Sputnik 05 Mar 2018 -- Earlier, the US Senate approved a bill that is aimed at strengthening ties between Washington and Taipei and simplifying the procedure for the implementation of contacts between US officials and the administration of Taiwan.
Defense budget displays China's steadiness Global Times 05 Mar 2018 -- China will raise its defense budget by 8.1 percent in 2018 and set its GDP growth target for about 6.5 percent this year. These are the most eye-catching figures on the opening day of the first session of the 13th National People's Congress Monday.
Highlights of Chinese Premier's annual gov't work report People's Daily 05 Mar 2018 -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang delivered a government work report to the first session of the 13th National People's Congress, China's national legislature, Monday morning at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
China to increase defense budget by 8.1% in 2018 Press TV 05 Mar 2018 -- China is set to increase its defense budget by 8.1 percent to 1.1 trillion yuan ($173 billion) in 2018, in an effort to further modernize the world's largest army.
China Completes Military Staff Reduction by 300,000 Soldiers Sputnik 05 Mar 2018 -- China will continue reforming the country's armed forces and it has already completed the reduction of its troops by 300,000 soldiers, State Council Premier Li Keqiang said on Monday.
China Builds Case for Long-Term Xi Rule VOA 05 Mar 2018 -- The opening session of China's annual meetings for its top legislature began with familiar pomp and pledges on Monday; however, what many will be watching in the coming days is a proposal that paves the way for Chinese leader Xi Jinping to become president for life.
China's defense input rate lower than other major countries: spokesperson People's Daily 04 Mar 2018 -- China's defense input rate is lower than other major countries, a spokesperson for the annual session of the country's national legislature said Sunday, stressing China's development will pose no threat to any other country.
China not to export "Chinese model": spokesperson People's Daily 04 Mar 2018 -- China will neither import foreign models nor export a Chinese model of development, a spokesperson for the annual session of China's top legislature said Sunday.
Cooperation the only right option for China-U.S. ties: spokesperson People's Daily 04 Mar 2018 -- China and the United States share more mutual benefits than differences and cooperation is the only right option for both countries, said a spokesman for the annual session of China's national legislature Sunday.
Constitutional revision "important task" for NPC annual session: spokesperson People's Daily 04 Mar 2018 -- Revising part of China's Constitution is an important task for the first annual session of the 13th National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, a spokesperson said Sunday.
Chinese National Congress to Vote on Constitutional Changes Next Week Sputnik 04 Mar 2018 -- Members of the Chinese National People's Congress (NPC) will vote on amendments to the country's constitution on March 11 including a provision lifting a limit for consecutive presidential terms, Zhang Yesui, spokesperson for the first session of the 13th NPC, said on Sunday.
China vows deeper friendship with Taiwan amid fury over US bill Press TV 03 Mar 2018 -- A senior official of China's ruling Communist Party has pledged deeper friendship with Taiwan just a day after state media warned that Beijing could wage a war on the self-ruled island if the US enacts a bill urging closer ties with Taipei.
China delays US request against North Korea at UN Security Council Press TV 03 Mar 2018 -- China has postponed a US request for a UN Security Council committee to blacklist dozens of ships, companies and a Taiwanese individual over violation of sanctions against North Korea.
China's top political advisory body starts annual session People's Daily 03 Mar 2018 -- China's top political advisory body started its annual session Saturday afternoon in Beijing, vowing to take on new mission for the country's goal toward a "great modern socialist country."
China pursues world peace, common development in international agenda People's Daily 03 Mar 2018 -- As President Xi Jinping's concept of "building a community with a shared future for humanity" gains ground internationally, China will attach more importance to the five-year-old notion, with a view to finding an ultimate way to world peace.
'Sharp power' accusations seen as unfair ploy to tarnish China's image People's Daily 03 Mar 2018 -- Double standards and Cold War-era thinking are behind the recent voices alleging that China is boosting its publicity worldwide in order to impose "sharp power" on others, a spokesman for China's top political advisory body said.
US Carrier Group Headed to S. China Sea Waters Claimed by China VOA 02 Mar 2018 -- A U.S. aircraft carrier group is preparing to sail through the contested South China Sea later this month, and observers expect an angry Beijing to register its opposition and quicken its militarization of small islands in the region.
Chinese Firm, Manila Discuss 'Co-Ownership' Agreement Over South China Sea Oil Sputnik 02 Mar 2018 -- The Filipino government has initiated discussions with a Chinese state-owned company to reach a joint agreement to conduct oil exploration and pumping in the disputed South China Sea.
China decries US measure on Taiwan People's Daily 02 Mar 2018 -- Beijing has voiced its strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the Taiwan Travel Act in the United States and has lodged solemn representations with Washington over the bill.
China media warn of 'hell' if Trump signs Taiwan bill Press TV 02 Mar 2018 -- Chinese state media have warned that China can go to war if US President Donald Trump signs into law a bill that seeks to improve ties between the United States and Taiwan, a self-ruled island that Beijing considers subject to its sovereignty.
Beijing Warns Taipei Against Over US' Taiwan Travel Act Adoption Sputnik 02 Mar 2018 -- A spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the Chinese State Council has warned Taiwan that if Taipei continued relying on foreign support, it might face undesirable consequences after US congressmen passed a bill encouraging bilateral visits by US and Taiwan officials.
Nation can produce larger carriers People's Daily 02 Mar 2018 -- The builder of the Navy's aircraft carriers has become able to make new, larger carriers, according to its chairman.
Xi: Reform needed for prosperity People's Daily 02 Mar 2018 -- Deepening reform of Party and State institutions has great significance for the completion of building a moderately prosperous society in all respects and national rejuvenation, General Secretary Xi Jinping said.
Reform of national supervision system a big step toward clean political environment: analysts People's Daily 02 Mar 2018 -- Analysts believe that China's national supervision system reform is an important adjustment to the country's political system, power and relations, with a fundamental aim to strengthen the unified leadership of Communist Party of China (CPC) over the country's anti-corruption campaign.
Beijing Equipped to Build Bigger, More Advanced Aircraft Carriers Sputnik 02 Mar 2018 -- After redesigning the Liaoning aircraft carrier and building the Type 001A carrier, Beijing's military has sufficient technical expertise to construct carriers even larger than the Type 001A, according to Chinese state media.
Military Budget, Presidential Term Limits in Spotlight at China Political Meeting VOA 02 Mar 2018 -- How much of a boost China's military will get this year is just one of many issues to watch during the rising power's top-level political meetings that begin Monday in Beijing. Also in the crosshairs, a proposal to allow the president to stay in office indefinitely that is expected to win approval.
Beijing's promise to give benefits to Taiwanese being watched: MAC CNA 01 Mar 2018 -- The government will keep close watch on whether Beijing will fulfill a recently unveiled plan to offer a slew of economic incentives to Taiwanese living in China, the deputy head of the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Thursday.
China 'strongly dissatisfied' with US bill on Taiwan Press TV 01 Mar 2018 -- China has expressed strong dissatisfaction with a newly-passed US Senate bill that aims to promote closer ties between the US and self-governing Taiwan, which China sees as part of its territory.
China Lodges Complaint to US After Adoption of Taiwan Relations Bill Sputnik 01 Mar 2018 -- Beijing has strictly criticised Washington for the US Senate decision to back a bill easing mutual visits and meetings between the officials of Taiwan and the United States, the Chinese Foreign Ministry's spokeswoman Hua Chunying said.
Trump NSA Nominee: Russia, China, Others Don't Fear Retaliation for Cyberattacks VOA 01 Mar 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the country's cyberspace operations said Thursday Russia, China and other countries do not fear retaliation for their cyberattacks on the United States.
19th CPC Central Committee 3rd plenum issues communique People's Daily 01 Mar 2018 -- The 19th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee issued a communique at the end of its three-day third plenary session, which concluded Wednesday.
Anti-corruption, social security remain people's top concerns: survey People's Daily 01 Mar 2018 -- Anti-corruption, social security and educational reform are the top concerns of Chinese citizens, an online survey conducted by People's Daily Online preceding the Two Sessions has revealed.
China on track for "high-quality development" in 2018 People's Daily 01 Mar 2018 -- In a few days, China's annual sessions of top legislative and political advisory bodies will open a window for the world to gain an insight into the country's economic transition in the coming decades -- a drive toward "high-quality development."

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