May 2018 - China Special Weapons News

US Sees No Problem in 'Taking Down' China's Islets VOA 31 May 2018 -- China's militarization of man-made islands in the South China Sea will not scare off the United States, which is promising to continue carrying out so-called freedom-of-navigation exercises despite the rising threat.
‘Taking Down’ Islands in Western Pacific is a ‘Core Competency’ - US General Sputnik 31 May 2018 -- It’s no secret that Beijing has developed artificial islands and militarized maritime features in the disputed South China Sea. If there were ever a war between China and the US, a senior US general is confident about the military’s ability “in the West Pacific taking down small islands.”
China, not North Korea, biggest threat to US in Asia: US admiral Press TV 31 May 2018 -- US President Donald Trump's pick for the next American ambassador to South Korea, Admiral Harry Harris, says while North Korea continues the pose the most imminent threat, China's still remains the biggest long-term challenge that Washington is faced with.
China to Host Rouhani After US Withdrawal From Iranian Nuclear Deal VOA 30 May 2018 -- Amid current tensions between Washington and Tehran, Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on the sidelines of the forthcoming Eurasian Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting June 9-10 in Qingdao, China.
Military expert rebukes HK media over untrue nuclear test remarks People's Daily 31 May 2018 -- On May 29, a Chinese military expert rebuked Hong Kong media over their untrue remarks regarding China's frequent simulated nuclear tests, Chinese newspaper Global Times reported Wednesday.
China warns US of retaliation over trade restrictions Press TV 31 May 2018 -- China has warned that it reserves the right to take retaliatory measures against the United States, which has moved ahead with a threat of trade restrictions against Chinese goods even as the two countries had earlier agreed to end a trade war with one another.
Chinese Drone-Killing Laser Takes Out Targets 300 Meters Away in Demo Sputnik 31 May 2018 -- Chinese firm Poly Technologies recently redisplayed a counter-drone laser weapon system at a military equipment exhibition in Kazakhstan in a bid to capture a share of the growing market for anti-drone defense systems.
China says U.S. trade move contrary to bilateral consensuses People's Daily 30 May 2018 -- China's Ministry of Commerce (MOC) said Tuesday that the U.S. statement is contrary to the consensuses the two sides have previously reached in Washington.
Chinese Navy Holds Live Fire Drills in Taiwan Strait Sputnik 30 May 2018 -- China's People's Liberation Army-Navy conducted live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday as a way to "safeguard China's sovereignty and integrity," according to Beijing's Taiwan Office Director Liu Jeyi, China Global Network reports.
Reports: Chinese Interference in Australia is Widespread VOA 29 May 2018 -- A top-secret report has raised concerns that China has attempted to influence Australia's political parties for the past decade. An investigation into the scale of foreign interference in Australia was ordered by Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull in 2016, leading to new proposed legislation which would ban foreign donations to political candidates.
Philippines ready for war with China over South China Sea islands Press TV 29 May 2018 -- The Philippines has announced that it is prepared to go to war with China if it crosses "red lines" and starts to claim natural resources in the disputed South China Sea.
Despite China's Objections, US to Continue Freedom of Navigation Operations VOA 29 May 2018 -- The U.S. military will continue sailing ships near disputed islands in the South China Sea, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis insisted Tuesday, despite Beijing's increased complaints about the operations.
China welcomes all UN member states to jointly utilize its space station People's Daily 29 May 2018 -- China announced Monday that all member states of the United Nations are welcome to cooperate with China to jointly utilize its future China Space Station (CSS).
Five satellite navigation industrial clusters formed in China People's Daily 29 May 2018 -- Five satellite navigation industrial clusters have been formed in China, although there is a bubble risk in some of the industrial parks, experts said on Monday.
Chinese aircraft carrier forming all-weather combat capability with successful night takeoff and landing People's Daily 29 May 2018 -- China's first operational aircraft carrier, known as the Liaoning, recently completed its nighttime takeoff and landing mission, signaling that this carrier has initial all-weather capabilities, a key step toward the formation of practical capabilities for combat.
China surprised by Washington's new trade statement Press TV 29 May 2018 -- China has expressed surprise at a new statement from the United States indicating that Washington will go on with imposing trade restrictions on China despite a general consensus reached between the two countries earlier this month.
China is Speeding Up Its Development of New Nuclear Armaments - Report Sputnik 29 May 2018 -- China has reportedly been conducting roughly five times more tests simulating nuclear explosions in recent years than the US, which recently announced a modernization program for its nuclear arsenal.
China Scrambles Jets, Sends Ships to Warn Off US Navy From S China Sea Sputnik 28 May 2018 -- Beijing has slammed the move as a "provocation" and an infringement of China's sovereignty.
China dispatches warships, scrambles fighter jets to ward off US ships Press TV 27 May 2018 -- China has dispatched warships and scrambled fighter jets to ward off US two US-guided-missile destroyers which sailed close to disputed South China Sea islands.
US Navy warships sail near South China Sea islands Press TV 27 May 2018 -- Two US Navy warships have sailed near South China Sea islands, which are claimed by China, according to two US officials.
US Warships Enter Disputed South China Sea Waters, Beijing Slams Move Sputnik 27 May 2018 -- China and several other countries have been claiming ownership over multiple islands and islets in the South China Sea, with Beijing deploying numerous military forces and vehicles to the region in a bid to secure its claims. US naval forces have been working to circumvent its attempts to secure positions in the region by conducting FONOPs.
Foreign ministry condemns China's efforts to belittle Taiwan CNA 26 May 2018 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Saturday issued a statement, condemning China's demands for international airlines to change Taiwan's designation on their websites.
Burkina Faso Set Diplomatic Relations With China After Breaking Off Taiwan Ties Sputnik 26 May 2018 -- Burkina Faso established diplomatic relations with China shortly after the African state decided to break off ties with Taiwan, a Sputnik correspondent reported.
China to launch two satellites for Pakistan next month IRNA 26 May 2018 -- Chinese government will launch two remote sensing satellites for Pakistan in June this year, local media reported.
Chinese relay satellite brakes near moon for entry into desired orbit People's Daily 26 May 2018 -- A Chinese relay satellite Friday braked near the Moon, completing a vital step before entering a desired orbit, according to the China National Space Administration.
China army showcases night landing, take-off ops on carrier Press TV 26 May 2018 -- Chinese media say the country’s fighter jets have carried out night landing and take-off operations on the Liaoning, China's first aircraft carrier, marking a huge step toward Beijing’s push to boost military capabilities.
Trump Says China's ZTE Given A Reprieve Over Iran Sanctions Violations RFE/RL 26 May 2018 -- The U.S. government has reached a deal to put Chinese telecommunications giant ZTE Corp back in business after penalties imposed over Iran sanctions violations forced the company to shut down operations, U.S. officials and congressional aides said.
PLA Navy completes night carrier take off and landing People's Daily 25 May 2018 -- Video footage showing Chinese carrier-borne fighter jets taking off and landing on China's aircraft carrier Liaoning was released on China Central Television on Thursday.
China finds no reason to explain US 'sonic attack' remarks Press TV 25 May 2018 -- China says it has no clues or reasons to explain a mild traumatic brain injury of a US citizen in the southern city of Guangzhou, which Washington associated with a "sonic attack."
China Confirms Use of Mature Stealth Testing Technology Sputnik 25 May 2018 -- China can comprehensively test the stealth capability of its aircraft and apply the mature technology to the design and manufacture of naval vessels, a military expert said Tuesday in response to a report in a technical review magazine.
Beijing's Largest Island in Disputed South China Sea Island Has 400 Buildings Sputnik 24 May 2018 -- China's largest man-made island in the South China Sea is host to nearly 400 buildings, new satellite data shows.
Chinese FM criticizes disinvitation from U.S. military drill People's Daily 24 May 2018 -- The Chinese Foreign Minister on Wednesday blasted the U.S. for excluding China from a multinational military exercise to be held in June, noting that the decision was "imprudent and unconstructive."
China scolds US for withdrawing invite to naval drill Press TV 24 May 2018 -- China's Defense Ministry has voiced regret after the United States withdrew an invitation to China to attend a major US-hosted naval drill amid their dispute over the South China Sea.
Taiwan scrambles jet to monitor Chinese military aircraft CNA 24 May 2018 -- A Chinese military airplane was spotted flying west of the median line of the Taiwan Strait Thursday as part of a training program and the Ministry of National Defense (MND) scrambled a fighter jet in response, a local military enthusiast announced that day.
Pentagon Cancels China's Invitation to Pacific Military Drills Sputnik 23 May 2018 -- Washington has disinvited Beijing from participating in maritime drills in the Pacific citing China's "continued militarization" of the South China Sea.
US Excludes China From Military Drill Over South China Sea Actions VOA 23 May 2018 -- The United States has disinvited China from a major international maritime exercise, saying Beijing's "destabilizing behavior" in the South China Sea is inconsistent with the principles of the U.S.-led drill.
Alleged Sonic Attack on US Diplomat in China Similar to One in Cuba - Pompeo Sputnik 23 May 2018 -- On Wednesday, a US diplomat in China reported "abnormal" sensations of sound and pressure, which prompted the US government to start looking into the incident.
Remarks With Chinese Foreign Minister and State Councilor Wang Yi at a Press Availability US Dept. of State 23 May 2018 -- Press Availability by Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State
US Issues China Health Alert for 'Abnormal' Sound Sensations VOA 23 May 2018 -- The U.S. State Department issued a health alert Wednesday for its citizens in China in response to what it said was a recent report of a U.S. government employee in Guangzhou experiencing "subtle and vague, but abnormal, sensations of sound and pressure."
US urged to not overreact on S. China Sea training People's Daily 22 May 2018 -- The recent landing of bomber aircraft on a South China Sea island by the People's Liberation Army Air Force is part of normal training that should not be over-interpreted, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said on Monday.
China secures core interests in trade talks People's Daily 22 May 2018 -- Though details of a trade truce between China and the US remain murky, early signs suggest that the Chinese delegation led by Vice Premier Liu He had secured China's core interests in trade negotiations with US officials, while averting a brewing trade war, Chinese analysts said.
Expert says China needs to build at least six aircraft carriers People's Daily 22 May 2018 -- At least six aircraft carriers need to be built by China to safeguard national security and protect interests overseas, said Chinese military expert Liang Fang, after China's second aircraft carrier completed initial sea trials on May 18.
US, China Near Rescue Deal for Chinese Telecom Firm ZTE VOA 22 May 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday "there is no deal" yet to lift the seven-year ban on the sale of American-made components to the giant Chinese telecommunications company ZTE, but that there might be a settlement as part of ongoing trade talks between the world's two biggest economies.
Beijing: South China Sea Drills Are Part of Normal Training for Military Sputnik 21 May 2018 -- In 2016, the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague handed down a verdict in a territorial dispute between China and Philippines in favor of Manila, however, Beijing rejected the ruling, claiming control over all gas and oil activity in the South Chinese Sea.
Beijing bombers boosting tensions in South China Sea: Vietnam Press TV 21 May 2018 -- Vietnam's Foreign Ministry has said that China's recent landing of bombers at an air base in the South China Sea violates Vietnam's sovereignty over the disputed region.
Beijing rejects 'militarization' of South China Sea Press TV 21 May 2018 -- Beijing has dismissed allegations that it is "militarizing" the South China Sea after landing bombers at an air base in the disputed waters.
Philippines taking 'diplomatic action' after China lands bombers in S China Sea Press TV 21 May 2018 -- The Philippine government has voiced "serious concern" over Beijing's dispatch of strategic bombers to the disputed waters of the South China Sea, saying it is taking "diplomatic action" in support of its territorial claims there.
Magpie Takes Flight: China Launches Communications Satellite to Moon's Far Side Sputnik 22 May 2018 -- China's lunar and deep space missions took a huge leap forward Monday morning when a rocket carrying a key satellite to the far side of the moon launched successfully.
China launches relay satellite to explore Moon's far side People's Daily 21 May 2018 -- China launched a relay satellite early Monday to set up a communication link between Earth and the planned Chang'e-4 lunar probe that will explore the Moon's mysterious far side.
Talks in US ward off trade war People's Daily 21 May 2018 -- The consensus that there will be "no trade war" – reached during the latest round of trade talks between the world's top two economies – means a lot, not only for the Sino-US economic relationship, but also for the global economy as a whole, according to officials and analysts from both countries.
PLA marches on social media to gain public support People's Daily 21 May 2018 -- A recruitment video filled with rap lyrics and sci-fi weaponry, patriotic cartoons featuring endearing animal characters and computer games teaching the public to understand basic military skills – the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has been adopting creative approaches to introduce itself to the world, gaining ground in the global military publicity arena.
Asia's largest dredging vessel to start trial voyage People's Daily 21 May 2018 -- Asia's largest and most advanced dredging vessel Tian Kun Hao is about to set off on its trial voyage.
Trump Claims New Accord with China on Trade Negotiations VOA 21 May 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says American farmers will be big beneficiaries of more trade with China.
China lands bombers on South China Sea island Press TV 20 May 2018 -- China's air force has landed bombers on islands and reefs in the South China Sea as part of a training exercise in the region in what has been seen as another show of force by Beijing.
China, US Agree to Avoid Trade Wars, Chinese Vice Premier Says Sputnik 20 May 2018 -- China and the United States agreed to avoid trade wars and further mutual tariffs, Chinese Vice Premier Liu He said on Sunday.
US, China Back Away From Tariff War VOA 20 May 2018 -- The U.S. and China said Sunday they have agreed to back away from imposing tough new tariffs on each other's exports, a day after reaching an accord calling for Beijing to buy more American goods to "substantially reduce" the huge U.S. trade deficit with China.
Chinese Strategic Bombers Make Debut Landing on South China Sea Isles Sputnik 19 May 2018 -- The South China Sea, a strategically and economically key maritime region, is disputed between numerous countries in the region. Beijing has been pushing its claim on the area by constructing artificial islands around the disputed Spratly Island chain.
US protests as China lands bombers on island for first time Press TV 19 May 2018 -- China has for the first time landed several bombers on an island in the South China Sea as part of a training exercise in the disputed region.
China's saber rattling on Taiwan in vain: defense minister CNA 19 May 2018 -- China's continued saber rattling on Taiwan will not be successful, but instead will only trigger resentment among the people in Taiwan, Minister of National Defense Yen De-fa (嚴德發) said on Saturday.
Air Force bombers land on island airport for first time People's Daily 19 May 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army Air Force landed its H-6K bomber aircraft on an airport in the South China Sea during a recent exercise, marking the first time Chinese bombers have used an airport in the region.
'Not So Invisible After All': Su-30 Manages to Detect Top Chinese Stealth Jet Sputnik 19 May 2018 -- China's fifth-generation Chengdu J-20, its most advanced fighter jet, has recently successfully completed its first maritime combat training. The latest Chinese jet has been in development since 2002 and entered into service in 2017.
China's giant radio telescope will soon see further into space People's Daily 18 May 2018 -- China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope, known as FAST, will shortly complete its latest upgrade. The upgrade will help the telescope see even further into space.
China to Launch Relay Satellite to Far Side of the Moon Sputnik 18 May 2018 -- The past decades have seen China make great progress in the field of space exploration. The construction of new space launch centers, ambitious lunar and Mars exploration programs and regular spaceflights are quickly bringing the country up to par with Russia and the US.
China's Second Aircraft Carrier Heads Home After Completing Sea Trials Sputnik 18 May 2018 -- China's first domestically built aircraft carrier, Type 001A, returned to the Dalian Shipyard Friday after completing its sea trials, which began May 13.
Taiwan's goodwill toward China has its limits: MAC chief CNA 17 May 2018 -- Taiwan will continue to show goodwill toward mainland China, but that does not mean the government will do so "without limit," Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Minister Chen Ming-tong (陳明通) said on Thursday.
China Test-Fires First Commercial Rocket Sputnik 17 May 2018 -- A private Chinese firm on Thursday carried out the nation's first launch of a commercial rocket that can put payload into the low-Earth orbit, local media reported.
China's New Anti-Ship Choppers Pass Firing Tests Sputnik 18 May 2018 -- A new version of China's domestic Harbin Z-19 multirole reconnaissance/attack helicopter, the Z-19E, concluded its firing tests, state-owned developer Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) said Wednesday.
Trump Meets Chinese Vice Premier Amid Tough Trade Talks VOA 17 May 2018 -- President Donald Trump stepped into a round of tough trade talks with China on Thursday after the White House confirmed a meeting between the U.S. president and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He.
US Warns China Against Imposing 'Political Correctness' on US Firms VOA 17 May 2018 -- U.S. officials and politicians say they are increasingly frustrated and looking for ways to fight back against what they see as China's use of its market power to impose "politically correct" behavior on American companies. Airlines, retailers and hoteliers all have been pressured to alter products and promotions that offended Beijing.
Xi demands high-level research institutions for strong military People's Daily 17 May 2018 -- President Xi Jinping Wednesday stressed accelerating the development of modern military science, and building high-level military research institutions to support the building of a strong military in the new era.
Chinese peacekeepers clear mines in Lebanon People's Daily 17 May 2018 -- A total of 9,719 landmines and duds have so far been discovered and removed by Chinese peacekeepers in Lebanon.
China's Z-19E armed helicopter completes firing tests People's Daily 17 May 2018 -- China's domestic Z-19E armed helicopter has completed firing flight tests, its developer the state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) said Wednesday.
J-20 will definitely be patrolled over Taiwan says expert People's Daily 17 May 2018 -- China's fighter jet J-20, a warcraft acting as both "spear" and "commander" in battle, will definitely conduct patrols over the island of Taiwan, said military expert Wang Mingliang during an interview with China Central Television.
Two Down, Four to Go? Chinese Media Suggest Beijing Planning Six-Carrier Navy Sputnik 17 May 2018 -- Just as China's first homemade aircraft carrier, currently known as Type 001A, was sent out for full-scale sea trials this week, Chinese media began tossing around the idea that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) needs four more.
Xi stresses centralized, unified leadership of CPC Central Committee over foreign affairs People's Daily 16 May 2018 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), on Tuesday called for enhancing the centralized and unified leadership of the CPC Central Committee over foreign affairs and opening up new prospects of major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics.
Trump: US Has 'Little to Give' in Trade Talks with China VOA 16 May 2018 -- President Donald Trump says the United States has "little to give" in contentious trade talks with China, and Beijing has a lot to give, because he says the United States for years has been losing trade battles with China.
PLA base in Djibouti conducts anti-terrorism exercise People's Daily 15 May 2018 -- The Djibouti Logistics Support Base of the People's Liberation Army conducted a live-fire exercise at high temperature on May 12 to enhance their counter-terrorism capability, Chinanews.com reported on Monday.
Trump Offers To Help Chinese Firm Sunk By U.S. Sanctions On Iran RFE/RL 15 May 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has offered to help a Chinese technology giant that says it's being pushed out of business by U.S. penalties over its alleged violations of sanctions against Iran.
First carrier designed in China begins sea trial People's Daily 14 May 2018 -- Tests will focus on reliability, capability of new vessel's propulsion systems
China's new aircraft carrier ranks among world's most advanced warships People's Daily 14 May 2018 -- China's first domestically designed aircraft carrier left a Dalian Shipbuilding Industry's shipyard to begin its maiden trial at sea last Sunday.
U.S., China working to get ZTE back into business: Trump People's Daily 14 May 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Washington and Beijing are working to get Chinese telecom equipment maker ZTE, which is suffering from a U.S. exports ban, back into business.
China's first domestically-built aircraft carrier sets out for sea trials Global Times 13 May 2018 -- China's first domestically built aircraft carrier set out to sea from a port outside the Dalian Shipyard Sunday morning to begin its first sea trial, as experts said the carrier will likely be delivered to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy by the end of this year.
China's first indigenous carrier sets out for sea trials Press TV 13 May 2018 -- China has dispatched its first domestically-built aircraft carrier for sea trials, a sizable step toward modernizing the country's military and boosting its capabilities.
China to Start Trials for First Domestically Built Aircraft Carrier - Reports Sputnik 13 May 2018 -- The new ship, which is set to boost the military capability of the country, is the second Chinese aircraft carrier, but the first to be fully designed in China, as the first - "Liaoning" - was built on the base of the unfinished Soviet aircraft carrier "Varyag."
U.S. voices concern after Chinese aircraft circle near Taiwan again CNA 12 May 2018 -- The U.S. State Department on Friday again expressed concern over China's lack of military transparency and reiterated its opposition to attempts to change the cross-Taiwan Strait status quo, following a fresh incident of Chinese military aircraft circling near Taiwan.
Ten O'Clock to Tehran: China Launches New Rail Link with Iran as US Severs Ties Sputnik 12 May 2018 -- Beijing has officially opened its new train route to Iran, as the US urges its companies to wind down their operations with the Islamic Republic.
Chinese freight train on way of Iran IRNA 12 May 2018 -- A freight train left China for Iran on Friday and, according to the Chinese authorities, will reach in Tehran in 15 days.
China sends Su-35 fighter jets for island patrol training People's Daily 12 May 2018 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) air force conducted patrol training over China's island of Taiwan on Friday.
Xi stresses coordinated efforts in central, local institutional reform People's Daily 12 May 2018 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), called for coordinated efforts and orderly progress in the planning and implementation of institutional reform at the central and local levels to ensure complete victory in the area.
Chinese fighter jets continue aerial drills around Taiwan Press TV 12 May 2018 -- Chinese fighter jets have reportedly carried out more aerial drills around Taiwan- the latest round of military maneuvers near the self-ruled island.
Chinese Air Force circles Taiwan in latest drill CNA 11 May 2018 -- China's Air Force conducted a long-range drill on Friday that had aircraft circling Taiwan in opposite directions, according to a statement from Taiwan's Air Force Command Headquarters.
China's Y-20 large transport aircraft takes boundary limit flight tests People's Daily 11 May 2018 -- The China-developed Y-20 large transport aircraft is now undertaking boundary limit flight tests, said its developer on Thursday.
China ready to defend its interests People's Daily 11 May 2018 -- China will resolutely defend its interests even as it expects a positive outcome from the upcoming China-US trade talks through efforts from both sides, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
China launches new Iran train route Press TV 11 May 2018 -- China on Thursday launched a freight train service that connects its northern regions to Iran's capital Tehran in what could be a major connectivity project of vital importance to the flow of trade between the two countries.
Chinese Fighters, Bombers Ring Taiwan, Show 'Upgrade in Combat Capabilities' Sputnik 11 May 2018 -- China's People's Liberation Army-Air Force planes conducted military drills around Taiwan Friday aimed at intimidating the island's "independence forces," according to reports.
Chinese Missiles Challenge US in South China Sea VOA 11 May 2018 -- Chinese missile deployment in the South China Sea is meant as a challenge to the United States and its allies, scholars believe.
Chinese Military Aircraft Spotted on Third Disputed South China Sea Reef Sputnik 11 May 2018 -- A Chinese Y-8 military transport aircraft has been seen on the disputed Subi Reef in the Spratly Islands of the South China Sea, just 12 nautical miles from the Philippines-occupied Thitu Island.
UN chief hails Japan-China-South Korea cooperation to 'denuclearize' Peninsula UN News 10 May 2018 -- United Nations chief António Guterres has welcomed the Japan-China-South Korea summit held on Wednesday and their effort to cooperate in ridding the Korean Peninsula of nuclear weapons.
China's first homemade passenger jet C919 conducts test flights People's Daily 10 May 2018 -- China's first domestically developed large passenger jet, the C919, is currently undergoing a series of test flights before becoming available for public use in 2021 as planned, said an expert at a summit on May 7.
China, Japan agree on security hotline over disputed islands Press TV 09 May 2018 -- Japan and China have agreed to set up a security hotline aimed at preventing military clashes stemming from their territorial row over East China Sea islands.
Hanoi demands Beijing withdraw missiles from disputed islands Press TV 09 May 2018 -- Vietnam has demanded that China withdraw military equipment from the South China Sea, following unconfirmed reports that China had installed missiles there.
Vietnam Demands China Withdraw Alleged Military Equipment From S China Sea Sputnik 09 May 2018 -- Earlier, media reports appeared that China had deployed missiles in the South China Sea, a strategic waterway that for a long time has been an apple of discord between Beijing and Southeast Asian countries.
India Downplays Chinese Threat in Indian Ocean, Says No Tension With China Sputnik 09 May 2018 -- Last month, the Indian Navy revealed that as part of its mission-based deployment, 50 ships have been constantly keeping vigil to keep India's maritime domain safe.
Y-20 heavy transport aircraft conducts first airborne, air delivery training People's Daily 09 May 2018 -- China's Y-20 heavy transport aircraft has undergone its first airborne and air delivery training, said the Chinese air force on Tuesday.
China's J-20 Fifth-Gen Fighter Successfully Completes Combat Training at Sea Sputnik 09 May 2018 -- Over-the-sea combat training of China's new stealth fighter should help dispel Western defense analysts' doubts about the plane's combat readiness.
China Steps Up Diplomatic Efforts as Trump-Kim Meeting Nears VOA 09 May 2018 -- Analysts say Chinese President Xi Jinping's second meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un a little more than a month from now is a sign of just how anxious Beijing is about a nuclear deal on the Korean Peninsula and the impact an agreement could have on its strategic interests.
China, South Korea, Japan back denuclearization of Korean Peninsula Press TV 09 May 2018 -- Leaders of China, South Korea and Japan meet in a three-way summit to support North Korea's historic move toward denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula ahead of the first-ever upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un.
Aviation video suggests China has developed new long-range bomber Global Times 09 May 2018 -- China revealed what military specialists believe could be a new long-range bomber for the first time to the public, showing that China has the ability to develop such aircraft.
China's Second Aircraft Carrier Heads Home After Completing Sea Trials Sputnik 18 May 2018 -- China's first domestically built aircraft carrier, Type 001A, returned to the Dalian Shipyard Friday after completing its sea trials, which began May 13.
Ex-CIA agent charged with spying for China Press TV 09 May 2018 -- A former CIA officer apprehended in January at New York's John F. Kennedy airport is now facing charges of conspiracy to commit espionage on behalf of China.
Former CIA Case Officer Charged With Conspiracy to Commit Espionage and Retention of National Defense Information US Dept. of Justice 08 May 2018 -- The Justice Department announced today that Jerry Chun Shing Lee, 53, of Hong Kong, was indicted by a federal grand jury sitting in the Eastern District of Virginia with one count of conspiracy to gather or deliver national defense information to aid a foreign government, and two counts of unlawfully retaining documents related to the national defense.
Kim Jong Un Meets Xi Jinping Again KCNA 08 May 2018 -- Kim Jong Un, chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and chairman of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, visited Dalian City of China from May 7 to 8 to meet again Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and president of the People's Republic of China.
Trump, Xi Agreed to Keep Sanctions Against N Korea, Until It Stops Nuclear Tests Sputnik 08 May 2018 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping held phone talks with US President Donald Trump, in which he also urged Washington to take into account North Korea's justified concerns for its security.
China's Xi Jinping Met With North Korea's Kim Jong-un in China Sputnik 08 May 2018 -- Earlier in the day, the Kyodo news agency reported that a plane from North Korean airline Air Koryo landed at the airport in the Chinese city of Dalian.
Readout of President Donald J. Trump's Call with President Xi Jinping of China The White House 08 May 2018
CPC pledges to fully incorporate core socialist values in legislation People's Daily 08 May 2018 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Monday announced a plan to "fully incorporate core socialist values in legislation" in the next five to 10 years.
Chinese premier reaffirms commitment to free trade People's Daily 08 May 2018 -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang reaffirmed China's commitment to economic globalization and free trade while addressing the China-Indonesia Business Summit in Jakarta on Monday.
World's Largest Military Aircraft Conducts First Mission With Chinese Air Force Sputnik 08 May 2018 -- The world's largest heavy military transport aircraft in production conducted its first airborne mission this week with the Chinese military.
China, Japan to Launch System Preventing Sea, Air Incidents Sputnik 07 May 2018 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Geng Shuang confirmed on Monday that Beijing and Tokyo were preparing for the official launch of a communication mechanism to prevent incidents at sea and in the air.
Chinese-branded cellphones banned in Taiwan's military CNA 07 May 2018 -- Chinese-branded cellphones are absolutely banned on military bases throughout Taiwan, Minister of National Defense Yen Teh-fa (嚴德發) said Monday.
Transport Helicopter Tests Out Beijing's Newest Aircraft Carrier Sputnik 07 May 2018 -- A Z-18 military transport helicopter took off from China's newest aircraft carrier, which has yet to undergo sea trials, over the weekend, according to state media.
Taipei urges world community to defy China over Taiwan designation CNA 06 May 2018 -- Following a statement from the United States government criticizing China's request that American airlines not list Taiwan as a country on their websites, Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday expressed thanks to Washington and urged the international community to resist such demands made by Beijing.
Taiwan thanks U.S. for concern over China's demands to airlines CNA 06 May 2018 -- Taiwan's Presidential Office on Sunday (Taiwan Time) expressed gratitude to the United States for its concern over a request issued by China to 36 U.S. and international airlines to change how they reference Taiwan.
Keeping it Local: Pentagon Bans Chinese Cell Phone Sales on Military Bases Sputnik 06 May 2018 -- On Wednesday, the US Defense Department announced that it would ban the sale of phones manufactured by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE on its military bases around the world over concerns that Beijing could hack into phones to obtain intelligence for the Chinese government.
Joint statement on supporting JCPOA by Russia, China ISNA 06 May 2018 -- Russia and China have issued a joint statement, stressing once again on their supporting for the 2015 nuclear deal.
Russia, China reiterate support for Iran nuclear deal Press TV 06 May 2018 -- Russia and China have released a joint statement reiterating the support for the landmark 2015 nuclear deal Iran made with major world powers.
Beijing blasts Macron accusations of Chinese 'hegemony' Press TV 05 May 2018 -- China has denounced as "groundless accusations" French President Emmanuel Macron's warning against what he called the dominance of the East Asian country in the Indo-Pacific region.
China Rebuffs Macron's Remarks on 'Hegemony' in Indo-Pacific Region Sputnik 05 May 2018 -- Macron's comment came amid allegations that Beijing has installed anti-shipping cruise missiles and surface-to-air missiles on the disputed islands in the South China Sea.
China Denies Firing Lasers at US Planes in Djibouti VOA 04 May 2018 -- China is denying accusations that it fired military-grade lasers at U.S. planes landing at Camp Lemonnier, in the East African nation of Djibouti.
Onetime Mao Secretary Takes Aim at Xi VOA 04 May 2018 -- Li Rui, who was Mao Zedong's secretary in the late 1950s, celebrated his 101st birthday in a hospital ward recently, feted by "almost all of my friends in and outside Beijing" who sent greetings or visited.
US to China: 'Consequences' for Militarization of South China Sea VOA 04 May 2018 -- The United States is warning China of "consequences" regarding its militarization in the South China Sea, amid reports of new weapons deployments there.
US warns China of 'consequences' for 'militarization' of South China Sea Press TV 04 May 2018 -- The White House has warned of "consequences" for what it called militarization of the South China Sea, following reports that Beijing had installed missiles on three outposts in the hotly contested region.
Majority of Taiwanese think China is unfriendly: poll CNA 04 May 2018 -- Nearly 80 percent of Taiwanese people think China is unfriendly toward Taiwan, following a setback for Taiwan in a diplomatic tug-of-war with the mainland, according to the results of a survey released Friday.
China to Use Soviet Engine to Power Its First Reusable Space Rocket Sputnik 04 May 2018 -- China is developing its first space rocket with a reusable first stage that could see its trial launch as early as 2020, SpaceNews reported, citing a senior Chinese rocket designer.
Kim Jong Un Meets FM of China KCNA 04 May 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, Thursday met Wang Yi, state councilor and foreign minister of the People's Republic of China who is on a visit to the DPRK.
Chinese FM, DPRK top leader discuss ties, issues on Korean Peninsula People's Daily 04 May 2018 -- China supports and congratulates on the successful completion of the inter-Korean summit last month, which has brought beneficial opportunities for a political solution to the Korean Peninsula issue, visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
Seoul, Beijing to Cooperate to Achieve Peace Treaty Between Koreas Sputnik 04 May 2018 -- China and South Korea will cooperate closely in order to reach a permanent peace treaty between Seoul and Pyongyang, the press service of the South Korean presidential office said Friday.
Marx's theory still shines with truth: Xi People's Daily 04 May 2018 -- Two centuries on, despite huge and profound changes in human society, the name of Karl Marx is still respected all over the world and his theory still shines with the brilliant light of truth, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday.
Zimbabwe Election Campaigns Ask: What about China? VOA 03 May 2018 -- Much of the recent, heated debate surrounding Zimbabwe's coming elections centers on the nation's largest foreign investor, China – and analysts say the conversation is distracting from the real election issue: Zimbabwe's failing economy.
US Calls China's Use of Lasers in Djibouti 'True Threat' VOA 03 May 2018 -- The United States is promising to hold China to account for what officials describe as a dangerous and reckless use of lasers near a U.S. military base in Africa.
U.S. Protests Chinese Interference With U.S. Planes in Djibouti AFPS 03 May 2018 -- The United States has protested to China after repeated instances of lasers interfering with U.S. military aircraft landing in Djibouti, chief Pentagon spokesperson Dana W. White said here today.
US Asks China to Probe Incidents of Targeting Airmen With Lasers in Djibouti Sputnik 03 May 2018 -- Chinese military personnel is using lasers to target American military flight crews over Djibouti, The Wall Street Journal reported.
China 'backs North Korean efforts for denuclearization' Press TV 03 May 2018 -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi says his country fully supports North Korea's efforts to bring about denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula, some two weeks after North Korean leader Kim Jong-un declared that Pyongyang would suspend its nuclear and missile tests and dismantle a nuclear test site.
China: North Korea's Kim Committed to Denuclearization VOA 03 May 2018 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says he is committed to denuclearizing the Korean peninsula, according to China's Foreign Ministry.
China: North Korea's Kim Committed to Denuclearization VOA 03 May 2018 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says he is committed to denuclearizing the Korean peninsula, according to China's Foreign Ministry.
Beijing Deploys Cruise Missiles on Islands in South China Sea - Reports Sputnik 03 May 2018 -- China has secretly installed anti-ship cruise missiles and surface-to-air missiles in three South China Sea outposts, US media reported Wednesday.
US Mulls Restrictions on Chinese Telecom Equipment Over Spying Fears – Reports Sputnik 02 May 2018 -- The Trump administration is considering an executive order that would restrict import and use of Chinese made telecommunications systems in the United States, citing national security concerns, according to published reports on Wednesday.
Chinese FM in North Korea as diplomacy continues Press TV 02 May 2018 -- China's foreign minister has arrived in North Korea on a rare visit, amid a new round of diplomacy that offers hope to bring peace to the Korean Peninsula.
China, Dominican Republic establish diplomatic ties People's Daily 02 May 2018 -- China and the Dominican Republic signed a joint communique in Beijing Tuesday on the establishment of diplomatic relations.

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