April 2018 - China Special Weapons News

What's Behind Vietnam's More Vocal Stance Against China? VOA 30 Apr 2018 -- Vietnam sounded off twice last week against China over a long-festering maritime sovereignty dispute, after months of silence. But analysts expect to see angry phases like this one alternate more often with silent ones.
China likely to step up military exercises: defense minister CNA 30 Apr 2018 -- China is expected to increase the scope of its long-distance combat training exercises at sea to put greater pressure on Taiwan, Minister of National Defense Yen Teh-fa (嚴德發) said Monday.
South Korea says scrambles jets to intercept Chinese reconnaissance flight Press TV 28 Apr 2018 -- South Korea has reportedly scrambled military jets to intercept a Chinese aircraft after entering its air defense territory, a third such incident since the beginning of the year.
Irresponsible practices of the Group of Seven reveal its hypocrisy People's Daily 28 Apr 2018 -- The irresponsible practices of the Group of Seven (G7) have revealed its hypocrisy and double standards, an article published by People's Daily stated on April 26, a few days after the group issued a joint communiqué that contained untrue and irresponsible content related to China.
China's Xi, India's Modi agree to expand bilateral military communication Press TV 28 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed on expanding communication between their militaries in efforts to maintain peace at the frontier, Indian foreign secretary said.
Map Discovery Gives China New Tool to Control a Disputed Sea VOA 27 Apr 2018 -- Discovery of a nearly 70-year-old map of the South China Sea could help Beijing support its claim in Asia's biggest maritime sovereignty dispute, but it would face criticism abroad and fall outside the scope of international law, experts say.
Indian Air Force Chief Lauds China's Air Defenses in World's Toughest Terrain Sputnik 27 Apr 2018 -- The Indian Air Force (IAF) has acknowledged that its war exercise "Gangashakti" was monitored by China but none of the sides violated each other's airspace. The IAF has however pitched for acquiring more modern fighters according to its adversaries' capabilities, as "intentions may change overnight."
Chinese PLA air force conducts island patrol training People's Daily 27 Apr 2018 -- A Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA)air force formation conducted island patrols during training on Thursday morning.
China vows further action against attempts for 'Taiwan independence' People's Daily 27 Apr 2018 -- China said on Thursday that the Chinese army will take further actions if secessionist "Taiwan independence" forces persist.
Chinese Projects, Reforms Boost Pakistan's Growth To Fastest In 13 Years RFE/RL 27 Apr 2018 -- Pakistan's economy is growing by 5.8 percent this fiscal year, the fastest pace since 2005, aided by structural reforms and China's new Silk Road project, the government estimates.
Nuclear Revolution: World's first AP1000 power plant in China starts fueling People's Daily 27 Apr 2018 -- The world's first AP1000 third-generation nuclear unit started fueling on April 25 in east China's Zhejiang Province, a much-awaited landmark in China's actualization of the advanced technology, bringing the country a step closer to the mass-production and export of the third-generation nuclear facilities.
Chinese American scientist clears her name after false charges of espionage People's Daily 27 Apr 2018 -- Three and a half years after her wrongful arrest, Sherry Chen, a Chinese-American scientist who is the"victim of gross injustice," has finally restored her name and received compensation.
Military drills a show of force to Taiwan People's Daily 26 Apr 2018 -- Beijing will take further action to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity if Taiwan separatists continue to carry out secession activities, a senior mainland official warned on Wednesday in Beijing following recent military drills in the Taiwan Straits.
Iran, Russia, China must adopt joint strategy against US bids: Official Press TV 26 Apr 2018 -- A senior Iranian security official has underlined the necessity for Iran, China and Russia to adopt a joint strategy to counter US attempts at harming the three countries.
Chinese Air Force conducts drill around Taiwan CNA 26 Apr 2018 -- China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted an Air Force drill around Taiwan on Thursday morning, the latest in a series of air and sea military exercises by China over the past two weeks.
China flies military planes around Taiwan in show of force Press TV 26 Apr 2018 -- China has flown an array of military aircraft around Taiwan in a fresh show of force aimed at pro-independence forces in the self-ruled island nation.
China's lunar probe to be launched next year People's Daily 26 Apr 2018 -- China's Chang'e V lunar probe is expected to be launched next year, said Wang Wei, Chinese Academy of Sciences academic and head of research and development under the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.
Private space company in China will produce 10 rockets annually People's Daily 26 Apr 2018 -- China's private space company Landspace recently announced plans to expand its general assembly factory. After expansion, the factory will be able to produce up to 200 rocket engines and 10 rockets every year, thepaper.cn reported.
China Puts 'Guam Killer' Missile Into Service Amid Ongoing Drills Near Taiwan Sputnik 26 Apr 2018 -- The Chinese Air Force has stated that the country's fighter jets, reconnaissance planes and bombers have taken part in "combat drills" around Taiwan as part of a series of exercises "to strengthen its capacity to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity."
Man in moon may soon be Chinese People's Daily 25 Apr 2018 -- China's space authority said on Tuesday it plans to build a manned scientific research outpost on the moon.
China's space station expected to reach out-of-this-world standard People's Daily 25 Apr 2018 -- Certain technologies used to build China's first space station, the Tiangong, are expected to surpass those used in establishing the International Space Station (ISS), chief engineer of China's manned space program Zhou Jianping said on Wednesday.
China warns Taiwan of more action after drills Press TV 25 Apr 2018 -- China says a series of recent military drills conducted near Taiwan was aimed at sending an "extremely clear" message to the self-ruled island that Beijing would be ready to take action against any separatist bid.
Russia, China urge UN members states to support Iran's nuclear deal Press TV 24 Apr 2018 -- Russia and China have issued a draft statement, calling on the UN member states to express their "unwavering support" for Iran's nuclear agreement amid the US efforts to scrap the deal.
China holds live-fire drill in East China Sea Press TV 24 Apr 2018 -- A Chinese aircraft carrier formation, featuring the carrier Liaoning, has taken part in a "live combat drill" in the East China Sea, where China is involved in a territorial dispute with Japan.
Coalition of Military Help for Philippines Will Put China on Higher Alert VOA 23 Apr 2018 -- Participation this year by Australia and Japan in annual U.S.-Philippine military exercises will raise pressure on China and could spark an escalation of military drills, experts say.
First Made-in-China Aircraft Carrier Gearing Up for First Sea Trials Sputnik 23 Apr 2018 -- China's first indigenously constructed aircraft carrier is poised to begin sea trials this week, about a year after the massive ship was commissioned, according to a new report.
US Admiral Warns China Could Use Its Bases to Challenge Washington Sputnik 23 Apr 2018 -- The chief of US Fleet Forces Command has warned that Beijing's current military infrastructure in the South China Sea may help it contain Washington's clout in the region.
China Welcomes Trade Talks with US VOA 22 Apr 2018 -- China said Sunday it welcomes the news that the U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is considering a trip to Beijing to talk about trade.
Beijing's routine exercises psychological warfare: expert CNA 22 Apr 2018 -- China has continued to intentionally play up its routine military exercises as psychological warfare to pressure Taiwan, including its recently concluded April 18 drill, a local military expert said Sunday.
China welcomes North Korea's decision to suspend weapons tests Press TV 21 Apr 2018 -- China has welcomed North Korea's recent reported decision to suspend its nuclear and ballistic missile tests as a sign of seriousness in pursuing peace with rival South Korea.
China continues military drills near Taiwan Press TV 21 Apr 2018 -- The Chinese military is continuing military drills in the western Pacific through waters south of Taiwan.
China: No Military Aim of Corridor Project With Pakistan VOA 21 Apr 2018 -- China has strongly refuted suggestions its multibillion-dollar economic corridor now under construction with Pakistan has "hidden" military designs as well.
US Says China, Iran, Russia Are 'Forces for Instability' VOA 20 Apr 2018 -- The United States has labeled China and Russia "forces of instability" because of their human rights records, along with North Korea and Iran.
China's Visa-Free Tourism May Lure Travelers into Disputed Sea VOA 20 Apr 2018 -- China's opening of its southernmost province to visa-free foreign tourism next month could make features in a nearby, widely disputed sea more accessible to curious travelers.
Chinese air force conducts island patrols: spokesperson People's Daily 20 Apr 2018 -- A Chinese air force formation conducted island patrols recently during a training exercise with an aim of improving the ability to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, an air force spokesperson confirmed Thursday.
PLA holds live-fire exercise on southeast coast People's Daily 20 Apr 2018 -- An air unit of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) ground force Wednesday held a live-fire exercise off China's southeast coast, the ground force said Thursday.
South China base for deep-sea vessels under discussion People's Daily 20 Apr 2018 -- A South China base for deep-sea research vessels is under discussion and pending approval for completion in Hainan Province by 2019, project organizers said on Thursday.
China Plans Base in South China Sea to Launch Deep-Diving Drones Sputnik 20 Apr 2018 -- Just after the likely next head of US Pacific Command told Congress China's undersea warfare capability is one of the most pressing threats to the US, a new report says Beijing is establishing another base in the South China Sea for deploying manned and unmanned submersible vehicles.
China warns Australia over hostile sentiment People's Daily 20 Apr 2018 -- If Australia considers exchanges between countries as interference, it should lock itself up in the dark room, the Chinese foreign ministry said in response to Australia's anti-China allegations on Thursday.
China rejects reports of 'challenging' Australia warships Press TV 20 Apr 2018 -- China has rejected claims that Chinese naval vessels "challenged" Australian warships in a recent development in the South China Sea.
Holding No Water: Beijing Denies Challenging Australia in S China Sea Sputnik 20 Apr 2018 -- The Australian Defense Department has declined to comment on the "operational details" of its three warships, which recently traveled to Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City via the disputed areas in the South China Sea.
Chinese Nuke-Capable H-6K Bombers Spotted Circling Defiant Taiwan (Again) Sputnik 20 Apr 2018 -- Nuclear-capable bombers in China's People's Liberation Army-Air Force carried out a "sacred" military patrol encircling Taiwan, the military announced Thursday.
Taiwan will not cave in to Chinese harassment: MAC CNA 19 Apr 2018 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Thursday that the government will not yield to any military threat or other tactics employed by China to suppress or harass Taiwan.
Op-ed: Chinese delegation's DPRK visit implements consensus reached by Xi and Kim People's Daily 19 Apr 2018 -- At the invitation of the International Affairs Department of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), a Chinese art troupe led by Song Tao, head of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, paid a visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from April 13 to 18 for the attendance of the "Spring of April" International Friendship Art Festival held in Pyongyang.
Chinese military aircraft undertake maneuvers near Taiwan CNA 19 Apr 2018 -- A number of Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft carried out an exercise near Taiwan on Thursday, marking the second day in a row China has conducted air drills in the area, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA's live-fire drills in Taiwan Straits a warning to 'independence groups,' US People's Daily 19 Apr 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted live-fire military exercises in the Taiwan Straits on Wednesday, with experts saying that the exercises are a clear and tough signal to "Taiwan independence groups" and the US who are damaging cross-Straits ties.S
Chinese navy conducts live fire military drill across Taiwan Strait People's Daily 19 Apr 2018 -- The Chinese navy is conducting large scale live-fire military drills in the Taiwan Strait.
China bombers, drones fly around Taiwan amid tensions Press TV 19 Apr 2018 -- China's air force has flown bombers and reconnaissance aircraft around Taiwan as Beijing conducted a live-fire military drill along its southeastern coast in an apparent warning to the self-ruled island nation and to the United States.
China Jammed US Navy Jet's Equipment as It Patrolled South China Sea Sputnik 18 Apr 2018 -- When the USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier cruised through the South China Sea last week, one US Navy pilot encountered Chinese jamming technology interfering with his plane's equipment, according to a report.
No elevation of combat readiness for Chinese drill: MND CNA 18 Apr 2018 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) has not elevated its combat readiness, despite an ongoing live-fire military exercise conducted by the China's People's Liberation Army, the Ministry of National Defense said Wednesday.
President kept informed on China's military exercise: NSC CNA 18 Apr 2018 -- Tsai Ming-yen (蔡明彥), deputy secretary-general of the National Security Council (NSC), said Wednesday that President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) will be kept up to date on a Chinese live-fire military exercise while traveling in Africa.
Xi as China's lifetime president: what does it mean for Taiwan? CNA 18 Apr 2018 -- In a historic move, China's National People's Congress on March 12 approved constitutional changes to remove presidential term limits set on its leaders, allowing Chinese President Xi Jinping (???) to remain the country's president indefinitely.
Not So Fast: US F-35 Deal With Taiwan Iced Over Fears of Chinese Spies on Island Sputnik 18 Apr 2018 -- The US government's reluctance to sell high-end short-takeoff and vertical landing F-35B aircraft to Taiwan is turning into a major disappointment for defense officials on the island - and the Chinese spies living there - according to a new report.
Russia, China Develop Capabilities to Disable US Satellites, USAF Secretary Says Sputnik 18 Apr 2018 -- US Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson said on Tuesday that Moscow and Beijing are developing their capabilities to disrupt US satellites.
China to build small nuclear plant in Iran: MP IRNA 18 Apr 2018 -- Tehran and Beijing have held talks on nuclear cooperation on China building sa mall nuclear plant in Iran, the head of Majlis (Parliament) nuclear commission said.
US Navy: China Exploiting Academia, US Contractors to Steal Technology Sputnik 18 Apr 2018 -- As the Chinese armed forces continue modernizing at an unprecedented clip, a top US military official has accused Beijing of stealing US technology "in just about every domain" by taking advantage of defense contractors' vulnerabilities and embedding assets in academia.
Kim Jong Un Meets Song Tao Again KCNA 18 Apr 2018 -- Kim Jong Un, chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, once again met and had a talk with Song Tao, head of the International Liaison Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, on Tuesday.
Xi calls for efforts to break new ground in national security People's Daily 18 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for efforts to fully implement a holistic approach to national security and break new ground in national security in the new era.
In show of force, China starts military drills in Taiwan Strait Press TV 18 Apr 2018 -- China has launched live-fire military exercises in the Taiwan Strait, in a show of force following its latest warning to Taipei against seeking independence or official ties with the United States.
China developing precision strike weaponry People's Daily 17 Apr 2018 -- China and Russia are developing their own precision air strike capabilities as the US, UK and France attacked Syria over the weekend, military experts said on Monday.
China's fighter jet J-10C begins combat duty People's Daily 17 Apr 2018 -- China's new multi-role fighter jet J-10C began combat duty Monday, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) air force announced.
China announces anti-dumping measures on U.S. sorghum People's Daily 17 Apr 2018 -- China's Ministry of Commerce (MOC) announced Tuesday that it will impose provisional anti-dumping measures on grain sorghum imported from the United States.
Relaxing Rules, Tightening Belts: China's Military Revises Troop Guidelines Sputnik 17 Apr 2018 -- China has issued new rules for its People's Liberation Army (PLA), revising guidelines on military discipline, training management, soldiers' weight and the use of mobile phones and the internet.
China Launches Website Encouraging Users to Report Foreign Spies Sputnik 16 Apr 2018 -- Having amplified its clampdown on foreign espionage, China has set up a new website in English and Mandarin in order to expose those who jeopardize national security or try to "overthrow the socialist system."
Iran to Team Up With China on Nuke Development if Trump Kills 2015 Nuclear Deal Sputnik 16 Apr 2018 -- As US President Donald Trump decides whether to reauthorize the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which he has long wanted to exit or renegotiate, Iranian authorities have announced they will be getting help with their nuclear program from China.
Kim Jong-un meets Chinese official People's Daily 16 Apr 2018 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's meeting with a senior Chinese official carried forward traditional bilateral ties to a new phase and showcased China's effort to promote possible summits between North Korea, South Korea and the US, Chinese analysts said on Sunday.
Work underway to enhance capabilities of China's aircraft carrier Liaoning People's Daily 16 Apr 2018 -- China's first aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, was commissioned into the People's Liberation Army Navy in 2012 and work has since been ongoing to enhance its combat capabilities.
New military rules stress Xi thought People's Daily 16 Apr 2018 -- China has issued a set of revised regulations on the fundamental rules governing the People's Liberation Army (PLA), which stress Xi Jinping thought on strengthening the armed forces.
Sea parade showcases growing naval prowess People's Daily 16 Apr 2018 -- The naval hardware seen in Thursday's sea parade represented the achievements made by the People's Liberation Army Navy in its modernization drive, military observers said.
Chinese Army Receives Nuclear-Capable Ballistic Missile - Reports Sputnik 16 Apr 2018 -- China is actively pursuing the development of its strategic missile forces in line with Beijing's stated goal of transforming the country's military into a world-class fighting force by 2050.
PLA exercise a form of psychological warfare: security expert CNA 16 Apr 2018 -- The live-fire military exercise to be held by the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday is just a form of psychological warfare employed by China to put pressure on Taiwan, an expert said Monday.
Defense ministry downplays Chinese military exercise CNA 16 Apr 2018 -- A Chinese military exercise scheduled to take place in the Taiwan Strait Wednesday is just a routine drill of no major impact, and Taiwan's military has not upgraded its combat readiness, defense and security officials said Monday.
Talks between Officials of WPK and CPC Held KCNA 15 Apr 2018 -- Talks were held here on Saturday between Ri Su Yong, member of the Political Bureau and vice-chairman of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), and Song Tao, head of the International Liaison Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
North Korea's Kim meets senior Chinese official Press TV 15 Apr 2018 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has met with a senior Chinese diplomat in the North's capital city, Pyongyang, weeks after Kim traveled to China in a landmark visit that signified the opening up of North Korea.
China calls for calm and restraint over Syria People's Daily 14 Apr 2018 -- China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ma Zhaoxu on Friday called on parties concerned to remain calm and exercise restraint over the situation in Syria.
China Urges Parties to Syrian Conflict to Return to Norms of Int'l Law Sputnik 14 Apr 2018 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry has urged all parties to the Syrian conflict to return to the norms of the international law and to resolve the issues through the dialogue, following strikes launched on the Syrian targets earlier on Saturday by the United States and its allies.
China 'opposes' Syria attack; Iraq urges clear Arab stance Press TV 14 Apr 2018 -- Reactions continue to pour in following joint airstrikes by the US, the UK and France on Syria, with China expressing its opposition to the attack and Iraq urging Arab leaders to adopt a "clear" stance on the issue.
China, Russia's Sophisticated Anti-Satellite Capabilities Alarms US Sputnik 13 Apr 2018 -- Russia and China have developed increasingly sophisticated space countermeasure weapons to destroy US satellites, according to a new report.
President Xi reviews navy in South China Sea People's Daily 13 Apr 2018 -- President Xi Jinping reviewed the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy in the South China Sea Thursday morning, saying that the need to build a strong navy "has never been more urgent than today."
Chinese PLA Navy to conduct live-fire drill in Taiwan Strait on April 18 People's Daily 13 Apr 2018 -- Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy will conduct a live-fire drill in the waters of the Taiwan Strait on April 18, People's Daily reported citing a navigation warning issued by Fujian maritime administration on Thursday.
China's Xi attends huge naval drill in South China Sea Press TV 13 Apr 2018 -- China's President Xi Jinping has attended a massive military drill by the country's naval forces in the South China Sea, underlining that the need for a strong navy has "never been more pressing."
China Reportedly Ramps Up Testing of New Long Range Air-Launched Missile Sputnik 13 Apr 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army's new weapons system is said to be analogous to the Kinzhal, a new, highly maneuverable, hypersonic air-launched Russian missile system whose existence was unveiled last month.
Xi says Belt and Road Initiative not an intrigue of China People's Daily 12 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with incumbent and incoming members of the Board of Directors of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) in Boao, south China's Hainan Province, April 11, 2018. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)
China announces live-fire drills along Taiwan Strait Press TV 12 Apr 2018 -- China has announced that it will launch live-fire naval drills in the strait which separates the mainland from the breakaway island of Taiwan.
China Prepares Live Fire Drill as Xi Emphasizes 'Urgent' Need for Powerful Navy Sputnik 12 Apr 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army Navy is planning to hold live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait next week, a move that could step up tensions between Beijing and Taipei.
Australia: No Place for Chinese Military Bases in Pacific VOA 12 Apr 2018 -- Australia is warning Vanuatu against allowing China to build a military base in the South Pacific archipelago.
China's defense setting in Nansha Islands automatic right: spokesperson People's Daily 11 Apr 2018 -- China has claimed sending troops to and setting up territorial defense equipment on the islands and reefs of Nansha Islands is the automatic right as a sovereign state.
Xi calls for elevating Sino-Philippine ties People's Daily 11 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called for elevating the ties between China and the Philippines while meeting with his Philippine counterpart Rodrigo Duterte at the Boao Forum for Asia annual conference.
China's Beidou navigation system to launch mobile app in May People's Daily 11 Apr 2018 -- China's Beidou navigation and positioning system is expected to launch its first-ever mobile app on May 1, which can help drivers to pinpoint locations with an incredible accuracy of 1 meter, media reported.
Iran, China to expand nuclear cooperation: Ambassador Press TV 11 Apr 2018 -- Tehran's ambassador to Beijing says Iran and China are set to expand their cooperation in the area of peaceful nuclear energy within the framework of the 2015 multinational nuclear agreement.
China's first home-grown aircraft carrier set to serve the navy in 2018: expert People's Daily 11 Apr 2018 -- China's first home-grown aircraft carrier has been reportedly preparing for its maiden sea voyage in the northeastern Bohai Sea later in April, with experts noting that the vessel may serve the Chinese Navy in the second half of 2018.
Xi vows non-stop effort in reform, opening up People's Daily 11 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday promised non-stop effort in reform and opening up and commitment to an open economy.
China Has Right to Send Military Gear to Disputed Nanshan Island - Ministry Sputnik 10 Apr 2018 -- China has every right to deploy the necessary military equipment to Nanshan Island of the disputed Spratly archipelago to preserve the country's sovereignty and national security, the deputy director of the Chinese Defense Ministry's Information Office said on Tuesday.
Chinese president lauds Taiwan's contributions to China CNA 10 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) on Tuesday lauded Taiwanese contributions to China's development and voiced optimism about the prospects for cross-Taiwan Strait relations while welcoming a Taiwanese delegation at the Boao Forum for Asia.
China firmly opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan: spokesperson People's Daily 10 Apr 2018 -- China's stance of resolutely opposing the United States selling weapons to Taiwan has been always clear and consistent, a spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense said at a press conference Monday.
President Xi: China will take measures in deepening opening-up People's Daily 10 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping promised to further open up China to the world at the opening ceremony of the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2018 on Tuesday.
Guterres: China is the pillar of multilateralism of the world People's Daily 10 Apr 2018 -- Before his departure to the 2018 Boao Forum for Asia in Hainan, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who is visiting China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, had an exclusive interview with People's Daily on Monday.
China, Vanuatu reject Australian report on 'military base' Press TV 10 Apr 2018 -- Officials in China and the South Pacific nation of Vanuatu have denied Australian media reports that Beijing has approached the island country with an idea to establish a permanent military base there.
Chinese Aircraft Drill Over Mountains as War With Taiwan Becomes 'More Probable' Sputnik 10 Apr 2018 -- Warplanes from the People's Liberation Army's Eastern Theater Command recently conducted drills over rugged terrain in western China to simulate battle conditions over Taiwan, where it is ever "more probable" the planes will be sent for actual battle, the Global Times reports.
Vanuatu Refutes Reports About Talks With China on Hosting Military Base Sputnik 10 Apr 2018 -- Vanuatu is not in talks with Beijing about hosting a Chinese military base on the territory of the Pacific island nation, Foreign Minister Ralph Regenvanu said on Tuesday.
China's Xi Pledges to Cut Auto Tariffs, Press Ahead With Reforms VOA 10 Apr 2018 -- China's President Xi Jinping did not mention U.S. President Donald Trump by name or speak directly about rising trade frictions with Washington during a closely watched speech at the Boao Forum – China's version of Davos for Asia.
Military Communications Jammers Deployed at Chinese Bases in South China Sea Sputnik 09 Apr 2018 -- The Chinese military has begun to deploy more defensive fortifications in the South China Sea's Spratly Islands, including technology capable of interfering with radar and communications systems, according to a new report.
Philippines eyes joint exploration with China in disputed sea Press TV 09 Apr 2018 -- Ahead of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's talks in Beijing, Manila says it is looking to sign an agreement with China in the coming months for joint oil and exploration in a part of the busy South China Sea waterway claimed by both countries.
Chinese Defense Ministry demands halt of US arms sales to Taiwan Press TV 09 Apr 2018 -- China has opposed the United States selling weapons to Taiwan, after the administration of US President Donald Trump agreed to provide the self-ruled island nation with military technology to help it build its own submarines.
PLA unveils new border defense equipment People's Daily 09 Apr 2018 -- China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) has strengthened its power and management in border defense by developing new types of equipment that can be used in all environments, including those with extremes of temperature and topography.y
China-made jetliner completes crosswind flight test People's Daily 09 Apr 2018 -- China's first homegrown regional jetliner, the ARJ21-700, has completed a crosswind flight test.
China warns against US unilateralism, says trade talks 'impossible' for now Press TV 09 Apr 2018 -- Amid economic frictions between Beijing and Washington, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has warned that a looming trade war will not only be to the detriment of regional interests, but will also harm common interests of the entire global community.
China: US Trade Talks Currently 'Impossible' VOA 09 Apr 2018 -- China's Foreign Ministry said Monday that trade talks with the United States are impossible under current conditions.
China urges U.S. not to play with fire by starting trade war People's Daily 08 Apr 2018 -- China warns the U.S. of getting burnt in the end by playing with fire after stirring up a trade war with China, as China is ready for further escalation from the U.S. side and is prepared with detailed countermeasures.
China is not in fear of trade war with U.S. People's Daily 08 Apr 2018 -- Following U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to slap additional tariffs on $100 billion in imports from China on Thursday, experts and media outlets in China have slammed the decision as "an economic dead end," stressing that the country and the public are not afraid of such "inequitable treatment."
China's First Home-Built Icebreaker Assembly Begins Sputnik 08 Apr 2018 -- On Wednesday, China State Shipbuilding Corp started assembling China's first self-developed icebreaker at a shipyard in Shanghai, which is expected to start its first scientific expedition to the Antarctica next year.
Trump Predicts Resolution of Trade Dispute with China VOA 08 Apr 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump predicted Sunday there would be a resolution of the U.S.-China standoff on tariffs on hundreds of billions of dollars of goods the world's two biggest economies are threatening to impose on each other.
North Korea-China Thaw Could Undermine International Sanctions VOA 07 Apr 2018 -- As relations between Beijing and Pyongyang thaw slightly, the prospect of China relaxing its sanctions imposed on North Korea and thwarting U.S. President Donald Trump's "maximum pressure" campaign makes experts wary.
Chinese Navy Begins Testing Joint Unmanned-Manned Aviation Operations Sputnik 06 Apr 2018 -- China's People's Liberation Army-Navy believes that drones flying alongside manned fighter aircraft is the way of the future in naval aviation and has begun flying manned-unmanned aircraft sorties in recognition of that fact, Asia Times reports.
Russia, China Denounce U.S. Efforts To Change Iran Deal, World Trade Rules RFE/RL 06 Apr 2018 -- The foreign ministers of Russia and China have jointly denounced what they described as efforts by the United States to unilaterally change negotiated treaties ranging from the Iran nuclear deal to the global-warming pact and world trade rules.
Vietnam's Fishing 'Militia' to Defend Maritime Claims Against China VOA 06 Apr 2018 -- Vietnam is quietly fostering a state-supported fishing boat militia to hold off China at sea even as the two sides talk formally about easing their sovereignty dispute, according to experts who follow the issue.
China ready to fight back US trade war 'at any cost' Press TV 06 Apr 2018 -- China says it is ready to fight "at any cost" in a worsening trade dispute with the United States, shortly after US President Donald Trump threatened to slap tariffs on an additional $100 billion in Chinese goods.
US-China Trade War Escalates After Trump Threat of More Tariffs VOA 06 Apr 2018 -- The trade war rhetoric between the United States and China escalated Friday with President Donald threatening tariffs on an additional $100 billion worth of Chinese goods and Beijing warning it will fight the United States "at any cost."
US-China Cabinet-Level Talks in Limbo Amid Trade Dispute VOA 06 Apr 2018 -- The fate of Cabinet-level economic talks between the United States and China is unclear amid escalated trade disputes and recent tariff retaliation measures announced by both countries.
China sends new naval fleet for escort mission People's Daily 05 Apr 2018 -- The 29th fleet from Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has left east China's port city Zhoushan for the Gulf of Aden and waters off Somali to escort civilian ships.
China ready to strengthen international defense cooperation: defense minister People's Daily 05 Apr 2018 -- China is willing to improve defense cooperation with various countries and create a win-win and benefit-sharing global security environment, Chinese State Councilor and Minister of National Defense Wei Fenghe said Wednesday.
China strikes back at U.S. unilateralism with equal tariff plan People's Daily 05 Apr 2018 -- China on Wednesday unveiled a list of products worth 50 billion U.S. dollars imported from the United States that will be subject to higher tariffs, including soybeans, automobiles, aircraft and chemical products.
Beijing May Have Upgraded J-10 Fighter to Become Stealthier Sputnik 05 Apr 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army-Air Force has modified the J-10 aircraft to have thrust vector control (TVC) capability, part of the service's drive to make the aircraft more lethal.
China, Zimbabwe agree to establish comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation People's Daily 04 Apr 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Zimbabwean counterpart Emmerson Mnangagwa on Tuesday agreed to establish a comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation between their countries.
China's upcoming drills might improve aircraft carrier's combat capability People's Daily 04 Apr 2018 -- China will conduct drills in the South China Sea from Thursday to April 11, an opportunity that might be taken to improve aircraft carrier Liaoning's combat capability.
Russia delivers first S-400 regiment to China Press TV 04 Apr 2018 -- Russia has shipped the first regimental sets of it advanced S-400 Triumf missile defense systems to China as part of a 2014 government-to-government contract, according to Russian military-diplomatic officials.
China plans additional tariffs on 50-bln-dollar U.S. products People's Daily 04 Apr 2018 -- China on Wednesday unveiled a list of products worth 50 billion U.S. dollars imported from the United States that will be subject to higher tariffs, including soybeans, automobiles, and chemical products.
China Announces $50 Billion in Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods VOA 04 Apr 2018 -- China announced Wednesday it plans to impose tariffs on $50 billion worth of U.S. goods in response to a similar package announced by the United States.
Slapping tariffs on 128 US items, China poised for further retaliation People's Daily 03 Apr 2018 -- China on Monday hit back at US tariffs by suspending tariff concessions on 128 items of US products, including pork and fruits.
China hails North Korea's efforts to resolve nuclear weapons crisis Press TV 03 Apr 2018 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has hailed North Korea's efforts to ease tension on the Korean peninsula after Pyongyang signaled its willingness to resolve the ongoing disputes over the country's nuclear weapons program.
North Korean foreign minister travels to China Press TV 03 Apr 2018 -- North Korean Foreign Minister Ri Yong-ho has arrived in China's capital of Beijing for talks with his Chinese counterpart, following a historic visit to the country by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un just a week ago.
China's bomber H-6K designed to fly beyond island chains People's Daily 02 Apr 2018 -- China's bomber H-6K is designed to fly beyond the island chains, said He Shengqiang, leader of the aircraft's research and development team from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China.
Breaking the ice: China's entry in the Arctic region People's Daily 02 Apr 2018 -- Glittering with eye-dazzling floe bergs, an open sea extends ahead, pounding the rugged coastal lines. Underneath, a steel leviathan is pushing its way through the cold ice, while a hurtling train is meandering across the snowy land.
China's Domestically Built Aircraft Carrier to Start Sea Trials in Late April Sputnik 02 Apr 2018 -- China's first domestically produced aircraft carrier is poised to start its first sea trials later in April, according to military sources cited by the South China Morning Post.

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