January 2019 - China Special Weapons News

China's Chang'e-4 lunar lander and Yutu II rover wake up after long, frozen night on dark side of the moon Global Times 31 Jan 2019 -- China's lunar lander Chang'e-4 and lunar rover Yutu II have woken up after their first night on the dark side of the moon.
China's Chang'e-4 probe wakes up after first lunar night People's Daily 31 Jan 2019 -- The rover and the lander of the Chang'e-4 probe have been awakened by sunlight after a long "sleep" during the first extremely cold night on the moon, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced on Thursday.
Five Nuclear Powers Meeting In Beijing As U.S. Calls For Transparency RFE/RL 30 Jan 2019 -- The United States has called for more transparency from Russia and China regarding their nuclear programs, as diplomats from five major nuclear powers meet in Beijing.
U.S. intel warns of continued Chinese pressure on Taiwan CNA 30 Jan 2019 -- U.S. intelligence agencies indicated Tuesday that they expect Beijing to continue its efforts to force Taiwan to accept its "One China" framework and ultimately Chinese control.
China eyes further opening-up in updated draft foreign investment law People's Daily 30 Jan 2019 -- The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) on Tuesday started reviewing a new draft of the foreign investment law, the latest move to promote the country's opening-up initiative.
China's Long March-5 rocket to resume flight in July Global Times 29 Jan 2019 -- More than 30 missions and 50 spacecraft will be launched into space in 2019, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) said on Tuesday.
US Needs Assist from Allies to Curb China's Theft of Advanced Technology VOA 29 Jan 2019 -- Senior U.S. officials and experts say the United States needs to rally allies to pressure China stealing advanced technology through cyber espionage. At the same time, key American lawmakers are questioning the readiness and capacity of the U.S. to counter such threats.
DNI: Russia, China Most Serious Espionage Threats To U.S. RFE/RL 29 Jan 2019 -- Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Dan Coats says Russia and China present the most serious espionage and cyberattack threats to the United States as the two seek to expand their global reach.
Huawei 'disappointed' to learn of US charges, denies violations of US law Global Times 29 Jan 2019 -- China's Huawei Technologies said it is disappointed to learn of the criminal charges officially announced by the US Justice Department, and denied that it or its subsidiaries and affiliates have committed any of the asserted violations.
China most 'concerning' counterintelligence threat, FBI chief says Press TV 29 Jan 2019 -- China is the most "concerning" counterintelligence threat against the United States, says FBI Director Christopher Wray.
Beijing Blasts New US Sanctions on Venezuela, Will Keep Cooperating With Caracas Sputnik 29 Jan 2019 -- China opposes the new unilateral sanctions the United States imposed on Venezuela and intends to maintain and develop cooperation with Caracas despite the restrictions, the Chinese Foreign Ministry has stated.
Maduro is Not Protecting Russian, Chinese Investment - Venezuela's Guaido Sputnik 29 Jan 2019 -- Venezuela's self-proclaimed acting president and leader of the country's National Assembly, Juan Guaido, has told CNN in Spanish that incumbent Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro, is not protecting Chinese and Russian investment in Venezuela.
J-16 fighter jet stealth-capable, able to carry all types of Chinese air-to-surface weapons Global Times 29 Jan 2019 -- China's multi-role fighter jet the J-16 is now covered by a coating that can provide near stealth capability and the jet is now confirmed to be able to carry all types of air-to-surface weapons in precision strikes, China's State broadcaster revealed on Monday.
China slams US for using national power to tarnish Chinese companies Global Times 29 Jan 2019 -- China on Tuesday urged the US to stop its unjustifiable crackdown on Huawei and urged Canada to immediately drop the arrest warrant for Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou after the US Justice Department formally filed criminal charges against the Chinese company and Meng on Monday and sent the extradition request to Canada for Meng.
China urges US to stop "unreasonable suppression" of Huawei People's Daily 29 Jan 2019 -- China on Tuesday strongly urged the United States to stop the unreasonable suppression of Chinese companies, including Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., according to a Foreign Ministry spokesperson.
China: US crackdown on Huawei unreasonable suppression Press TV 29 Jan 2019 -- China says the United States' legal measures against Chinese electronics giant Huawei are prompted by "political manipulations," following a move by Washington to formally indict the chief financial officer of the company.
Sentencing of Wang Quanzhang US Dept. of State 29 Jan 2019
US Charges Huawei, Affiliates, CFO With Conspiracy, Stealing Trade Secrets Sputnik 29 Jan 2019 -- The US Justice Department unsealed on Monday indictments against China's Huawei Technologies, two subsidiaries and its Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou.
Chinese Telecommunications Conglomerate Huawei and Huawei CFO Wanzhou Meng Charged With Financial Fraud US Dept. of Justice 28 Jan 2019 -- A 13-count indictment was unsealed earlier today in federal court in Brooklyn, New York, charging four defendants,[1] including Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. (Huawei), the world's largest telecommunications equipment manufacturer, with headquarters in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and operations around the world. The indicted defendants include Huawei and two Huawei affiliates – Huawei Device USA Inc. (Huawei USA) and Skycom Tech Co. Ltd. (Skycom) – as well as Huawei's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Wanzhou Meng (Meng).
Chinese Telecommunications Device Manufacturer and its U.S. Affiliate Indicted for Theft of Trade Secrets, Wire Fraud, and Obstruction Of Justice US Dept. of Justice 28 Jan 2019 -- A 10-count indictment unsealed today in the Western District of Washington State charges Huawei Device Co., Ltd. and Huawei Device Co. USA with theft of trade secrets conspiracy, attempted theft of trade secrets, seven counts of wire fraud, and one count of obstruction of justice.
Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker Announces National Security Related Criminal Charges Against Chinese Telecommunications Conglomerate Huawei US Dept. of Justice 28 Jan 2019
Chinese Air Force debuts online psychological counselling platform People's Daily 28 Jan 2019 -- The Northern Theater Command Air force of the PLA launched its first online psychological counselling platform for soldiers and their families on its WeChat account in the middle of January.
US 1,000-mile range 'supergun' may be a de facto intermediate-range ballistic missile: analysts People's Daily 28 Jan 2019 -- The US development of a 1,000-mile range "supergun" which it claims to be able to engage the Chinese military in the South China Sea could be a cover for an anti-ship intermediate-range ballistic missile, since such a weapon would break the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF Treaty) which the US is trying to withdraw from, Chinese experts said.
U.S., Russian Leaders Urged To Help Ethnic Kazakhs In Xinjiang RFE/RL 28 Jan 2019 -- A group of ethnic Kazakhs originally from China have urged the U.S. and Russian presidents to help secure the release of their relatives whom they say are being held at so-called "reeducation camps" in the northwestern Chinese region of Xinjiang.
China Launches New Campaign to Capture Corrupt Officials Abroad - Reports Sputnik 28 Jan 2019 -- Chinese authorities have launched a new operation called Sky Net 2019 to hunt down fugitive corruption suspects, the Xinhua news agency reported on Monday.
China Test Launch 'Carrier Killer' Missile Amid Strait Tensions With US Sputnik 28 Jan 2019 -- Earlier, the Chinese military mobilised its DF-26 nuclear-capable intermediate-range anti-ship missiles, also known as 'Guam Killers' for their ability to strike American military installations on the Pacific island, amid ongoing US 'freedom of navigation' missions in the South China Sea and through the Taiwan Strait.
China Foreign Investment Law Raises Concern VOA 28 Jan 2019 -- China is moving quickly to push forward a draft version of its first Foreign Investment Law this week.
Xi and his wife meet senior DPRK official, watch art performance People's Daily 28 Jan 2019 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, and his wife Peng Liyuan on Sunday met with Ri Su Yong, a senior official from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), and watched a performance by DPRK artists.
Missile launch shows China's DF-26 able to adjust position mid-flight, attack moving aircraft carriers: expert Global Times 27 Jan 2019 -- Close-up details of the Chinese anti-ship ballistic missile DF-26 show that the missile can greatly adjust its position mid-flight to accurately attack a moving aircraft carrier, experts said Sunday after China showed the launch of its new-generation missile for the first time.
China reacts after American warships sail through Taiwan Strait People's Daily 26 Jan 2019 -- Chinese authorities are calling on the United States to abide by the one-China policy, while at the same time, carefully handle any Taiwan-related questions.
US angers China by sailing warships through Taiwan Strait Press TV 25 Jan 2019 -- The US Navy has dispatched two warships through the Taiwan Strait in the third such operation in the past four months amid tensions with China, which regards Taiwan as a breakaway republic.
Xi presides over 6th meeting of central committee for deepening overall reform People's Daily 24 Jan 2019 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), presided over the sixth meeting of the central committee for deepening overall reform Wednesday.
Chinese Rocket Forces Simulate ICBM Launch From 'Underground Great Wall' Sputnik 24 Jan 2019 -- China's strategic and tactical missile forces have practiced firing intercontinental ballistic missiles from a post deep underground, Chinese media reported.
China Party-Backed Tabloid Warns of Protracted Battle Ahead Over Huawei VOA 24 Jan 2019 -- A party-backed nationalistic tabloid in China has warned that the extradition battle over tech giant Huawei's chief financial officer, Meng Wanzhou, is likely to be drawn out and complex. In a sharply worded editorial, the Global Times also said Beijing should make it clear that it will retaliate against both Washington and Ottawa if the request is approved.
Chinese, Russian Anti-Satellite Tech Puts US 'Space Assets at Risk' - Report Sputnik 24 Jan 2019 -- A new report released by the US National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) on Wednesday is claiming that Chinese and Russian military forces are using advanced and counterspace technologies for warfighting strategies in an effort to "challenge US superiority."
China settles 480,000 veterans in 2018 Global Times 24 Jan 2019 -- China is conducting a census on the number and living conditions of its military veterans as the country strives to arrange for their settlement and improve their life.
China should learn from Su-57: experts Global Times 24 Jan 2019 -- Although many Chinese military observers are pessimistic over Russia's latest fighter jet Su-57's capability, a senior Chinese warplane designer believes the Su-57 has a very unique concept, and China should learn from it despite the country already operating the J-20 fighter.
Chinese Military Aircraft Flexes Muscles Flying Near Taiwan Sputnik 24 Jan 2019 -- On Tuesday, Chinese military aircraft flew over the Bashi Channel, a waterway between Taiwan and the Philippines, according to Taiwan's defense ministry.
MAC head proposes three tenets for stable cross-strait relations CNA 23 Jan 2019 -- Chen Ming-tong (陳明通), head of Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC), on Tuesday put forth three proposals for maintaining peaceful and stable relations across the Taiwan Strait, which he said is the responsibility of both sides.
U.S. Intelligence Strategy Sees 'Diverse' Threats From Russia, China, and North Korea RFE/RL 23 Jan 2019 -- A major U.S. intelligence report released in Washington on January 22 says Russia's efforts to expand its influence and the modernization of China's military are among the "ever more diverse" threats facing the United States.
Russia, China, Cyber Domain Among Key Threats Named in US Intelligence Strategy Sputnik 23 Jan 2019 -- The newly-released 2019 US National Intelligence Strategy identified Russia, China, and cyber activities among some of the major emerging threats to the United States while addressing ways to enhance the effectiveness of the Intelligence Community (IC) to combat these challenges.
China to solicit public opinions on draft law of veterans' welfare Global Times 23 Jan 2019 -- A draft law on veterans' welfare has been sent to relevant departments at the central and provincial governments and the military for opinions and will be open to the public for comments in due time, said China's Ministry of Veterans Affairs Wednesday.
China helps military veterans find jobs Global Times 23 Jan 2019 -- China has rolled out a host of measures to help military veterans find jobs and protect their legitimate rights and interests.
Commentary: Xi's speech demonstrates CPC's readiness to confront potential challenges People's Daily 23 Jan 2019 -- As an old Chinese saying goes: "One thrives and survives under hardship and suffering and withers amid ease and pleasure."
China Slashes Army's Manpower as Part of Strategic Shift into Modernized Force Sputnik 23 Jan 2019 -- Personnel assigned to China's navy, air force, rocket force and strategic support force now combine to make up more than 50 percent of China's total force, overtaking the size of the army for the first time in history, according to reports.
China grants Egypt 72 mln USD for satellite project People's Daily 22 Jan 2019 -- Egypt and China signed on Monday an agreement on a 72-million-U.S. dollar Chinese grant for Egypt's satellite Sat II project, Egypt's official MENA news agency reported.
China's Rocket Force conducts mock ICBM strike exercise Global Times 22 Jan 2019 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force conducted a simulated intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) strike mission from an underground bunker against an imaginary enemy, the country's national television reported Monday.
US Intelligence Report: China Building Two New Stealth Bombers Sputnik 22 Jan 2019 -- China's air force is working on two new stealth bombers to replace its aging fleet of Soviet-era Xian H-6 bombers, a new US intelligence report says. While Beijing confirmed the existence of one, the B-2 Spirit-like H-20, in October, the second is being called the JH-XX by observers and is rumored to be a medium bomber.
Cameroon, China Look to Improve Ties Amid Miners' Tensions VOA 21 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping's special representative was in Cameroon this weekend to improve relations between the two countries. Trade and security ties have steadily grown between Beijing and Yaounde. But tensions between Cameroonian and Chinese miners has given China a bad name
China's Strategy to Unify with Taiwan Sparks Anger VOA 21 Jan 2019 -- Last year some of the world's biggest airlines changed their websites, one by one, to label Taiwan as anything but an independent country. When passengers opened country-specific pages or menus, they often found the Western Pacific island linked instead to China. Each change angered the Taiwanese, who have enjoyed de facto autonomy since the 1940s even though China says the island belongs under its flag.
Aircraft carrier Liaoning in likely sea trial after maintenance, modification Global Times 21 Jan 2019 -- China's first aircraft carrier Liaoning might be embarking on a new sea trial on Monday after more than half a year's maintenance and modification. Military experts say the warship will come back not only replenished but also strengthened.
China's economy expands 6.6 pct in 2018 People's Daily 21 Jan 2019 -- In the midst of a complex external environment, China's economy has ended 2018 on firm footing, with better quality and improved structure.
Premier Li seeks opinions, suggestions for draft report of government work People's Daily 21 Jan 2019 -- Premier Li Keqiang has said the government should work to address key and difficult problems ly related to the people's well-being and advance a harmonious development of economy and society.
PLA moves to integrate techniques, tactics with new weapons systems Global Times 20 Jan 2019 -- With the Chinese military mounting new weapons and equipment in recent years such as Type 99A tanks and J-20 fighter jets, officers and soldiers were urged to develop new techniques and tactics to integrate with the new weapons systems.
PLA officers fill Party committees Global Times 20 Jan 2019 -- China has appointed military officials as members of provincial standing committees of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in 31 provincial-level regions following the military reform.
Chinese naval escort fleet pays friendly visit to Philippines People's Daily 19 Jan 2019 -- The 30th escort task group of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy arrived in the Philippines Thursday for a five-day friendly visit.
China firmly opposes Pentagon report hyping up "China threat" People's Daily 19 Jan 2019 -- China on Friday expressed strong dissatisfaction with and firm opposition to a U.S. missile defense report's hyping up "China threat."
US missile defense plan reveals illusion disguised as safety net Global Times 18 Jan 2019 -- US President Donald Trump laid out his administration's Missile Defense Review during a speech at the Pentagon on Thursday local time, declaring the US will develop a more advanced defense system to counter hypersonic and cruise missile threats from competitors and adversaries.
US Missile Defence Strategy May Trigger Arms Race, Undermine Stability - Beijing Sputnik 18 Jan 2019 -- Earlier, President Donald Trump unveiled Washington's new missile defence strategy, boasting that it would allow the US to destroy enemy ballistic, cruise and hypersonic missiles launched from anywhere in the world, "whether before or after launch."
Chinese Firm Offers New Iranian Oilfield Deal Amid US Sanctions – Report Sputnik 18 Jan 2019 -- The offer is part of an existing contract between state-run Chinese energy giant Sinopec and the National Iranian Oil Company to operate the lucrative Yadavaran oilfield in the Islamic Republic's southwestern area.
China offers Iran $3bn oilfield deal despite US sanctions: Wall Street Journal Press TV 18 Jan 2019 -- State-run Chinese energy giant Sinopec has offered Iran a $3-billion deal on further development of an Iranian oilfield the two countries are already working on, the Wall Street Journal has reported.
China's police must guard against color revolution: top official warns Press TV 18 Jan 2019 -- A senior Chinese official says Beijing needs to focus on withstanding "color revolutions," as part of a broader strategy by President Xi Jinping, who warned that the country must do more to resist "Western" influence.
Huawei founder denies accusation of stealing trade secrets Global Times 18 Jan 2019-- Ren Zhengfei, founder of China's Huawei Technologies, who usually keeps a low profile, appeared before journalists Thursday and stressed that his company does not steal trade secrets. But this has not deterred aggressively hostile attitude from the West.
Philippine Defense Chief Eyes Subic Bay Amid Chinese Takeover Fears RFA 17 Jan 2019 -- Philippines authorities should take over a major shipyard that sits on the site of a former U.S. navy base, or risk letting it fall into the hands of the Chinese who could use it as a regional foothold amid contentious South China Sea claims, Filipino officials said Thursday.
Taiwan condemns China's 'evil intent' to downgrade nation CNA 17 Jan 2019 -- Taiwan on Thursday condemned a proposal by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) that 66 foreign companies who have failed to label Taiwan as part of China's territory on their websites should be punished, saying the move demonstrates Beijing's "evil intent" to downgrade the nation's sovereignty.
PLA South China Sea Fleet sets sail for far-sea drill Global Times 17 Jan 2019 -- A formation of Chinese naval ships consisting of four advanced warships under the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command's South China Sea Fleet set sail Wednesday for deepwater exercises with the PLA's Air Force, Rocket Force and Strategic Support Force.
Public welfare a priority for justice system People's Daily 17 Jan 2019 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has urged law enforcement and judicial agencies to better fulfill their obligations in safeguarding the country's political security and social stability and make all-around efforts to promote justice and guarantee a safe living environment for the people.
China to keep economic growth within reasonable range: Premier Li People's Daily 17 Jan 2019 -- China will continue to innovate and improve its macro-control policies to offset external uncertainties and strive to keep economic growth within a reasonable range, Premier Li Keqiang said.
Beijing Calls New US Arms Development Policy 'Double Standards' Sputnik 17 Jan 2019 -- The United States demands that other countries cut their spending on arms research and development activities, while not implementing the same standards to their weapons of mass destruction research programs, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said, commenting on the new US missile doctrine.
China slams Pentagon's PLA report, said it disregards facts, uses Cold War mentality Global Times 16 Jan 2019 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Wednesday slammed a report released by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) under the US Department of Defense, saying that the US is "unprofessional, hostile and biased" toward China's military development.
J-20 variant may be world's first two-seat stealth fighter jet: report Global Times 16 Jan 2019 -- China's most advanced stealth fighter jet J-20 could be developed into a bomber, electric warfare (EW) aircraft and a carrier-based variant, Chinese military experts said on Wednesday as latest reports suggested a two-seat version of the warplane is under development.
'Unfounded Speculation': China on DoD Report on China's Military Development Sputnik 16 Jan 2019 -- Beijing condemns the US Defense Department's new report on China's military development as baseless speculation, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said Wednesday.
Defense Intelligence Agency Releases Report on China Military Power DIA 15 Jan 2019 -- The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) today released China Military Power, a product that examines the core capabilities of China's military.
DIA's China Military Power Report Details Leaders' Strategy DoD News 15 Jan 2019 -- China's military rise is well-planned, and Chinese leaders are following a strategy they believe will lead to greater power and influence both regionally and globally, according to an unclassified report released today by the Defense Intelligence Agency.
Huawei President Refutes Allegations of Spying for China - Reports Sputnik 15 Jan 2019 -- Huawei Technologies President Ren Zhengfei said on Tuesday that the Chinese telecommunication giant had never spied in favour of Beijing or granted access to "improper information" to any country, as cited by the Financial Times.
Upgraded J-20 fighter jet 'overwhelmingly superior' to US F-35: analysts Global Times 15 Jan 2019-- As South Korea became the latest country to buy and deploy US F-35 stealth fighter jets, Chinese military observers asserted that an upgraded Chinese J-20 fighter will gain overwhelming superiority over the F-35 in future and that China can fend off all potential threats from what media dubs the "US F-35 friends circle" in the Asia-Pacific region.
Remote Military Outpost will Help Indonesia Resist Chinese Maritime Expansion VOA 14 Jan 2019 -- Indonesia's new military base on a remote island chain near the embattled South China Sea will help it deter Chinese fishing boats and their coast guard escorts from entering territorial waters as Beijing expands its maritime claims.
China, US work on moon Global Times 14 Jan 2019 -- NASA has cooperated on lunar research with China's Chang'e -4 probe, a Chinese space official told the Global Times at a press conference in Beijing on Monday.
US plays Taiwan card to contain China: experts Global Times 14 Jan 2019 -- A top US Navy officer's visit to China includes a stop in Nanjing, East China's Jiangsu Province, which Chinese analysts believe is a sign that the US is highlighting the island of Taiwan in its military talks with China.
CCDI communique vows new progress in Party governance People's Daily 14 Jan 2019 -- The 19th Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) of the Communist Party of China (CPC) adopted a communique at its third plenary session held from Friday to Sunday.
China's 'Underground Steel Great Wall' capable of defeating hypersonic weapon attacks: academician Global Times 13 Jan 2019 -- China's "Underground Steel Great Wall" could "guarantee the security of the country's strategic arsenal" against potential attacks, including those from future hypersonic weapons, Qian Qihu, recipient of the country's highest science and technology award, told the Global Times.
First Orders of 2019: Xi Warns PLA be Ready for 'Hardship, Crisis and Battle' Sputnik 13 Jan 2019 -- During his first official address of the new year to the nation's military forces, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday ordered the People's Liberation Army (PLA), the country's armed forces, to prepare for battle.
China declares Chang'e-4 mission complete success People's Daily 12 Jan 2019 -- China announced Friday that the Chang'e-4 mission, which realized the first-ever soft-landing on the far side of the moon, was a complete success.
Xi calls for "greater strategic achievements" in Party governance People's Daily 12 Jan 2019 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday called for efforts to advance Party building, and demanded "greater strategic achievements" in full and strict governance over the Party.
First Recorded Flight of China's New Stealthy 'Sky Hawk' Drone Sputnik 12 Jan 2019 -- First unveiled at an air show in November, China's newest stealth drone, the Sky Hawk, will have the ability to communicate with manned aircraft for both surveillance and combat operations. China Central Television (CCTV) carried footage of its first recorded flight on January 5.
Uganda Not Worried China Will Seize Assets Over Rising Debt VOA 11 Jan 2019 -- Uganda's growing debt is sustainable, and the country is not at risk of losing state assets to China, the country's finance minister, Matia Kasaija, said this week.
China backs UN for financially supporting G5 Sahel force People's Daily 11 Jan 2019 -- A Chinese envoy on Thursday said that China backs the United Nations' necessary financial support for the G5 Sahel joint force.
CNO to Visit China NNS 11 Jan 2019 -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson is scheduled to visit China, Jan. 13 to 16, to meet with Central Military Commission leadership and People's Liberation Army (Navy) (PLA(N)) commander Vice Adm. Shen Jinlong.
China declares Chang'e-4 mission complete success People's Daily 11 Jan 2019 -- China announced Friday that the Chang'e-4 mission, which realized the first-ever soft-landing on the far side of the moon, was a complete success.
China 'Deeply Concerned' Over Huawei Employee's Arrest in Poland – Foreign Min. Sputnik 11 Jan 2019 -- The detention comes after Canadian authorities arrested Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou in Vancouver in December 2018 at the request of US law enforcement officials. She is suspected of committing fraud in order to bypass US sanctions against Iran.
Key consensuses lift DPRK ties People's Daily 11 Jan 2019 -- President Xi Jinping and Kim Jong-un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, reached important consensuses after holding talks on Tuesday and Wednesday during Kim's fourth trip to China in less than a year.
'Move The Muscles, Bones': China's Jade Rabbit-2 Rover 'Wakes Up' From Nap Sputnik 11 Jan 2019 -- China's Jade Rabbit-2 rover awoke from its extended nap on the moon on Thursday, taking to social media to inform space enthusiasts that it's headed back to work after its five-day hibernation.
Additional overseas PLA bases 'possible' People's Daily 10 Jan 2019 -- China will consider setting up new overseas support bases for its military if there are such needs, a senior People's Liberation Army strategist said on Wednesday.
China launches preparation for 2019 conscription campaign People's Daily 10 Jan 2019 -- The Conscription Office of the Ministry of National Defense of the People's Republic of China recently released the Notice on Advancing the Preparation for the 2019 Conscription Campaign, setting up instructions for the enlistment campaign this year.
China's military major force in maintaining world peace, stability: expert People's Daily 10 Jan 2019 -- The Chinese military is an important force in maintaining the world's peace and stability, a military expert said on Wednesday.
China Deploys 'Ship-Killer' Missiles in Wake of US Ship's South China Sea Tour Sputnik 10 Jan 2019 -- Earlier this week, a US guided-missile destroyer conducted a "freedom of navigation" mission in the Paracel/Xisha Islands, which Beijing said amounted to trespassing in China's territorial waters.
China Says Trade Talks are Making Progress VOA 10 Jan 2019 -- China's Commerce Ministry says that the United States and Beijing made progress in discussions about structural issues such as forced technology transfers and intellectual property rights during trade talks this week. But the lack of details from both sides following the meetings highlights the uncertainty that remains, analysts say.
U.S. tells China to stop coercion, resume dialogue with Taiwan CNA 10 Jan 2019 -- The United States has made it clear to China it should stop coercion and resume dialogue with Taiwan, the de facto U.S. embassy in Taiwan said Thursday, after Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) recently reasserted China's right to use force against Taiwan.
Xi's recent address on Taiwan changes status quo: U.S. senator CNA 10 Jan 2019 -- U.S. Senator Cory Gardner said Wednesday that Chinese President Xi Jinping's (習近平) recent speech on Taiwan changes the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and is a warning to the United States.
Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un Returns Home KCNA 10 Jan 2019 -- 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, returned home after successfully wrapping up his historic China visit.
Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un Visits China KCNA 10 Jan 2019 -- Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un, chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and chairman of the State Affairs Commission (SAC) of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), visited the People's Republic of China (PRC) from January 7 to 10, Juche 108 (2019) at the invitation of Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and president of the PRC.
Xi Jinping, Kim Jong Un hold talks, reaching important consensus People's Daily 10 Jan 2019 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Chinese president, on Tuesday held talks with 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 (DPRK), who arrived in Beijing on the same day for a visit to China.
China, North Korea laud Kim's visit to Beijing Global Times 10 Jan 2019 -- Beijing and Pyongyang on Thursday hailed North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's visit to China as a significant trip to make "new contributions" to the bilateral ties that opened a new chapter in 2018.
Xi Hopes North Korea, US 'Meet Each Other Half-Way' - Reports Sputnik 10 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who is visiting his country, that he hopes North Korea and the US will "meet each other halfway" in their next round of negotiations, Xinhua reported Thursday.
Chinese, North Korean Leaders Agree to Continue Strengthening Bilateral Ties Sputnik 10 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed to continue developing bilateral relations and contributing to regional prosperity, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.
British Base in Southeast Asia Would Antagonize China VOA 09 Jan 2019 -- A British amphibious warfare ship passed through the South China Sea in August and China, Asia's strongest military power with a claim to almost the whole waterway, expelled it. Now the European country with a once powerful colonial foothold in Asia wants to set up a new base in the region, according to news reports citing the British defense secretary.
Beijing to Beef Up Defence if Its Islands in S China Sea Threatened - Officer Sputnik 09 Jan 2019 -- Beijing is already in control of the vast majority of the islands and shoals in the South China Sea, which are also claimed by Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. US Vice President Mike Pence insists that the disputed South China Sea area is not the domain of any one country.
Kim Jong Un Leaves Beijing after Brief Visit VOA 09 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is headed back home after a two-day visit to China and talks with President Xi Jinping.
North Korea leader ends China visit as Trump summit looms Press TV 09 Jan 2019 -- Kim Jong-un's train has left Beijing after the North Korean leader visited China on a trip ahead of his expected summit with US President Donald Trump.
China's ship-killer missiles mobilized to Northwest China plateau Global Times 09 Jan 2019 -- China's far-reaching, anti-ship ballistic missile the DF-26 has been mobilized to Northwest China's plateau and desert areas, reported China's national broadcaster on Tuesday after a US warship trespassed into China's territorial waters off the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea on Monday.
PLA trains super soldiers with futuristic weapons People's Daily 09 Jan 2019 -- Equipped with futuristic individual combat weapons like grenade-launching assault rifles, corner shot pistols and knife guns, the PLA special forces are aiming to build "super" soldiers capable of "1 vs 10" and to meet the requirements of the digitalization of modern warfare.
Astana Says China Allowing 2,000 Ethnic Kazakhs To Leave Xinjiang RFE/RL 09 Jan 2019 -- Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry says China is allowing more than 2,000 ethnic Kazakhs to renounce their Chinese citizenship and leave the country.
China Expands Maritime Power in Southeast Asia, Docks Frigates in Cambodia Sputnik 09 Jan 2019 -- Last month, Phnom Penh denied reports that China was planning to build a naval base in the country following media reports of Beijing actively lobbying the south Asian nation to set up a military facility in the country since 2017.
Enforced Patriotism Tests Hong Kong Opposition VOA 09 Jan 2019 -- The Hong Kong legislature has issued the draft bill legislation that calls for stiff punishments for anyone who fails to stand or "display any behavior that is disrespectful" to the Chinese national anthem. Infractions could draw a HK$50,000 fine (nearly $6400 US) and up to three years in prison. But the legislation isn't bringing out the patriot in everyone.
U.S. Will Pick Up Pace in Race to Space With China, DOD Official Says AFPS 08 Jan 2019 -- The United States isn't out of the game yet when it comes to space, but if it wants to remain on top, it will need to do more and do it faster, a senior Defense Department official said today.
White House urges Beijing to end coercion and talk with Taipei CNA 08 Jan 2019 -- A senior White House official on Monday called on China to stop its coercion of Taiwan and resume dialogue with Taiwan's government after Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) recently reasserted China's right to use force against Taiwan.
North Korea's Kim in China for 4th summit with President Xi Press TV 08 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has arrived in China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, only days after warning he would take an "alternative path" if the United States kept his country under pressure and sanctions.
Kim Jong-un Accompanied by N Korean US Negotiator in Beijing Visit - Reports Sputnik 08 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, during a visit to Beijing, is being accompanied, apart from his wife Ri Sol-ju, by North Korea's Vice Chairman Kim Yong-chol, who is in charge of the nuclear talks with the United States, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Tuesday.
North Korea's Kim Visits Beijing Amid US-China Trade Talks VOA 08 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is in Beijing this week, his fourth visit in a less than a year. The trip comes as Chinese and U.S. officials held a second day of trade talks and as Kim prepares for a second possible meeting with President Donald Trump.
Mobile howitzers help Tibet border defense People's Daily 08 Jan 2019 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) stationed in Southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region has been equipped with new vehicle-mounted howitzers, which aims to boost their high-altitude combat capability to improve border security.
Chinese military warns off US warship and keeps alert to situation People's Daily 08 Jan 2019 -- Naval and air force of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command conducted whole-process monitoring of a US warship that trespassed into Chinese territorial waters off the Xisha Islands without permission, and warned it to leave, a spokesperson of the command said on Monday.
CPC leadership hears work reports People's Daily 08 Jan 2019 -- The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Monday held a meeting to hear a series of work reports.
Kim Jong Un Makes Visit to China at Beijing's Invitation Sputnik 08 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in China on Monday at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking his fourth summit with Xi. This visit is expected to last from January 7 to January 10, according to state media.
China successfully completed hypersonic engine test Global Times 07 Jan 2019 -- China's home-grown turbine-based combined cycle (TBCC) engine system has completed its design and development stage and entered the aircraft-engine integration test phase, a major step toward the development of the country's next generation hypersonic drone.
China Lodges 'Stern' Warning Over US Warship in S China Sea - Reports Sputnik 07 Jan 2019 -- The USS McCampbell has carried out a "freedom of navigation" operation, sailing within 12 nautical miles of the Paracel Island chain, in the South China Sea "to challenge excessive maritime claims", Reuters reported quoting Pacific Fleet spokeswoman Rachel McMarr's statement.
Beijing makes 'stern representations' over US warship in South China Sea Press TV 07 Jan 2019 -- Beijing says it has lodged "stern representations" with Washington after an American navy warship sailed near the disputed islands in the South China Sea, prompting the Chinese military to scramble warplanes and vessels to warn it off.
Relay satellite Queqiao plays key role in exploring moon's far side People's Daily 07 Jan 2019 -- China's Chang'e-4 probe has started the exploration on the far side of the moon thanks to the relay satellite that provides a communication link with ground control.
North Korean Leader Presumably Entered China for Summit - Reports Sputnik 07 Jan 2019 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un may be on his way to Beijing for a summit, since a special train for North Korean high-ranking officials, including Kim, has crossed the border between North Korea and China, South Korean Hankyoreh reported on Monday, citing an unnamed source in the South Korean presidential administration.
China's new flying saucer-like stealth drone seen in first public flight Global Times 06 Jan 2019 -- A video featuring China's flying saucer-like stealth drone, the Sky Hawk, was shown for the first time on China Central Television (CCTV) on Saturday, with leading military experts saying the technologies mastered by Chinese developers will allow the drone to fly faster, farther and avoid detection.
China explores effective governance of religion in secular world Global Times 06 Jan 2019 -- China passed a five-year plan to sinicize Islam at a meeting on Saturday with representatives from China's eight Islamic associations. During the meeting, participants agreed to guide Islam to be compatible with socialism and implement measures to sinicize the religion. This is China's important act to explore ways of governing religion in modern countries.
China, Russia, Iran cited by US govt as biggest 'national security threats' Press TV 06 Jan 2019 -- China, Russia and Iran have been identified as the biggest three "national security threats" to the United States in an official US government report listing its top 26 perceived security threats.
Xi orders armed forces to enhance combat readiness People's Daily 05 Jan 2019 -- President Xi Jinping Friday ordered the Chinese armed forces to enhance their combat readiness from a new starting point and open new ground for developing a strong military.
China's Xi orders army to be battle-ready amid US tension Press TV 05 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered the country's armed forces to get prepared for a "comprehensive military struggle" amid escalating tensions with the United States.
China's Xi Commands Armed Forces to be Battle-Ready – Report Sputnik 05 Jan 2019 -- An armed conflict between Beijing and Washington could possibly ignite over Taiwan or the South China Sea, while some have suggested that US may use these sensitive spots as a bargaining chip in a trade standoff.
Opposition parties back Tsai's stance on 'one country, two systems' CNA 05 Jan 2019 -- Three opposition parties -- the People First Party (PFP), the Taiwan Solidarity Union (TSU) and the New Power Party (NPP) -- voiced support Saturday for President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文)'s stance against the "one country, two systems" formula devised by China.
Tsai urges Taiwan political parties to reject 'one country, two systems' CNA 05 Jan 2019 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Saturday called on all political parties in Taiwan to reject the "one country, two systems" formula devised by China and forget about the "1992 consensus."
U.S. lawmakers voice support for Taiwan following threats by China CNA 05 Jan 2019 -- Several American lawmakers have expressed support for Taiwan and called on Beijing to stop its military threats against Taipei, in the wake of Chinese President Xi Jinping's (習近平) warning Wednesday that China reserves the right to use force against Taiwan.
China's lunar rover drives smoothly on moon's far side People's Daily 05 Jan 2019 -- Lunar rover Yutu-2 has been driving on the far side of the moon after separating from the lander and scientific devices on both the lander and rover are currently gathering data, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) said late Friday.
Chinese Rover Making Tracks on Dark Side of the Moon VOA 04 Jan 2019 -- The Chinese Jade Rabbit 2 rover is making tracks on the soft, snowlike surface of the far side of the moon.
India Working With China on NSG Membership Issue - Foreign Minister Sputnik 04 Jan 2019 -- New Delhi is closely working with China to overcome barriers hindering India from obtaining NGS membership - something the government has designated a priority.
China unveils footage of own 'Mother of All Bombs' Press TV 04 Jan 2019 -- China's arms industry giant China North Industries Group Corporation Limited (NORINCO) has designed a large-yield bomb which Chinese media have dubbed the Chinese "Mother of All Bombs."
China Unveils Footage of Own 'Mother of All Bombs' Dropped by H-6K Jet - Reports Sputnik 04 Jan 2019 -- The China North Industries Corporation (Norinco) has showcased for the first time a video of the country's own version of "Mother of All Bombs," the Global Times newspaper reported.
First probe lands on moon's 'dark' side People's Daily 04 Jan 2019 -- A new chapter opened in mankind's exploration of the moon on Thursday morning as the first probe to land on the moon's far side reached its destination after a 26-day journey.
China showcases own version of 'Mother of All Bombs' Global Times 03 Jan 2019 -- China's arms industry giant NORINCO for the first time showcased a new type of massive aerial bomb, which it dubbed the Chinese version of the "Mother of All Bombs" due to its huge destruction potential that is claimed to be only second to nuclear weapons.
Chang'e 4 makes world-first landing on moon's far side People's Daily 03 Jan 2019 -- Humankind's lunar exploration history saw the opening of a new chapter on Thursday morning as the world's first explorer of the moon's far side landed at its destination after a 26-day space journey.
China probe makes historic soft landing on far side of Moon: State media Press TV 03 Jan 2019 -- In a significant milestone in space exploration, China has managed to land a robotic probe on the far side of the Moon, the first man-made craft ever to successfully touch the side of the Earth's sole natural satellite that perpetually faces away from it, state media say.
China's Spacecraft Makes the First-Ever Landing on Moon's Dark Side - Reports Sputnik 03 Jan 2019 -- The lunar explorer Chang'e-4 touched down at 10:26 a.m.(02:26 GMT), China Central Television said Thursday.
Shanahan calls China his top priority as he takes over from Mattis Press TV 03 Jan 2019 -- Acting US Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan says he will make China his top priority after taking over from General James Mattis, who was recently fired by President Donald Trump.
We are breaking new ground in major country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics: Chinese Foreign Minister People's Daily 03 Jan 2019
China's floating population starts to shrink People's Daily 03 Jan 2019 -- While the total number of births in China may have exceeded 15 million in 2018, this figure shows a downward trend from the 17.2 million babies born in 2017. This decline, alongside more migrant workers moving home than ever, means China's floating population is in sharp decline, said an industry insider, China Business Network reported on Jan. 3.
China Meets Growing Demand for Armed Drones in Middle East VOA 03 Jan 2019 -- China is meeting a growing demand for armed drones in the Middle East, adding new military capabilities to an already tense security situation, according to a new report from the London-based Royal United Services Institute.
French MP denounces China's threat of force against Taiwan CNA 03 Jan 2019 -- French parliamentarian Jean-François Cesarini said Wednesday that China's desire to go to war with Taiwan is unacceptable, referring to Chinese President Xi Jinping's (習近平) warning the previous day that China reserves the right to use force against Taiwan.
Most people in Taiwan do not accept '1992 consensus': poll CNA 03 Jan 2019 -- More than 80 percent of the people in Taiwan do not accept Beijing's definition of the "1992 consensus" and think that it is aimed at undermining the Republic of China's (Taiwan) sovereignty and squeezing its international space, according to a survey released Thursday.
MAC denies existence of '92 consensus,' says it castrates Taiwan CNA 03 Jan 2019 -- There has never been a "1992 consensus" between Taiwan and China, and Taiwan must not acknowledge it, to prevent from being castrated by China, Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Chairman Chen Ming-tong (陳明通) said on Thursday.
China launches ecological protection facilities on Nansha Islands People's Daily 02 Jan 2019 -- China put facilities related to ecological protection and restoration into service on three reefs of the Nansha Islands on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Xi says "China must be, will be reunified" as key anniversary marked People's Daily 02 Jan 2019 -- President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China must be and will be reunified, as he addressed a gathering in Beijing to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Chinese mainland's Message to Compatriots in Taiwan.
Taiwan will never accept 'one country, two systems' scheme: Tsai CNA 02 Jan 2019 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Wednesday that she has never accepted the so-called "1992 consensus" and will never do so because it is tantamount to the "one China, two systems" formula devised by China to bring Taiwan under its control.
Highlights of Xi's speech at Taiwan message anniversary event People's Daily 02 Jan 2019 -- President Xi Jinping delivered a speech at a gathering held Wednesday in Beijing to commemorate the 40th anniversary of issuing Message to Compatriots in Taiwan.
In stern warning, China's President Xi says independence will bring profound disaster to Taiwan Press TV 02 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping says Taiwan "will be and must be reunified" with mainland China, warning that independence will spell "profound disaster" for the self-ruled island.
Taiwan 'Will Never Accept' One Country, Two Systems Deal With China - President Sputnik 02 Jan 2019 -- In response to Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech earlier on Wednesday, in which he reiterated that China would "make no promise to renounce the use of force" in eventually unifying both sides of the Taiwan Strait, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-Wen has herself dug in, saying Taiwan "will never accept the concept of 'one country, two systems.'"
China May Use Force to Counter Foreign Meddling in Taiwan - President Xi Sputnik 02 Jan 2019 -- China won't promise to abstain from using force when countering foreign meddling and separatist movements in Taiwan, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday.
Respect or Use of Force? China-Taiwan Divide Seen Getting Deeper VOA 02 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping told Taiwan Wednesday it's time for the two sides to unify and didn't rule out using force to make that happen. A day earlier, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen told China to respect her government's existence and the democratic resolve of her self-ruled island's people. Tsai rejects Beijing's claim that both sides fall under one flag.
Chinese President Calls for Peaceful Reunification with Self-Ruled Taiwan VOA 02 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping say the self-governed island of Taiwan should abandon any thoughts of independence and accept that is part of the mainland.
China takes steps to boost commercial use of remote sensing satellites People's Daily 02 Jan 2019 -- China is speeding up its commercial use of remote sensing satellites, a key move to boost the industry, said Xu Wen, president of the China Center for Resources Satellite Data and Application, Science and Technology Daily reported on Jan. 2.
China starts constructing 'most advanced' warship for Pakistan: Report Press TV 02 Jan 2019 -- China has started building an advanced warship that would be delivered to Pakistan as part of a major arms deal between the two neighboring countries, state media says.
'Korean Peninsula Problem Back on Dialogue' - China Praises US, N Korea Efforts Sputnik 02 Jan 2019 -- China supports Washington's and Pyongyang's efforts toward boosting mutual trust, and promoting denuclearization and political settlement to the situation on the Korean Peninsula, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman, Lu Kang, said on Wednesday, commenting on US and North Korean leaders' pledges to continue dialogue.
China's medium-sized stealth fighter jet FC-31 may be deployed on future aircraft carriers: sources People's Daily 02 Jan 2019 -- China's future aircraft carriers will see stealth warplanes on their decks, likely the medium-sized fighter jet FC-31, said Chinese military experts as the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is procuring stealth parts for China's aircraft carrier-based fighter jet manufacturer.
Chinese naval fleets escort 3,400 foreign ships over past 10 years People's Daily 02 Jan 2019 -- China's naval fleets have escorted 3,400 foreign ships over the past 10 years, around 51.5 percent of the total escorted, according to a Ministry of National Defense statement.
China's Electromagnetic Railgun Ship Appears to Start Sea Trials Sputnik 02 Jan 2019 -- A Chinese Type 072II-class landing ship armed with a large electromagnetic railgun (ER) mounted on its bow departed from the coast in order to set sail over the open ocean, according to reports.
Chinese Admiral Says Sinking US Carriers Would End South China Sea Spat – Report Sputnik 01 Jan 2019 -- Tensions between Washington and Beijing have escalated in recent months amid a growing number of US Navy "freedom of navigation" missions in the South China Sea and Chinese efforts to beef up its military presence in territories over which several Asian powers have overlapping claims.
Cross-strait ties depend on 'Four Musts' from China: president CNA 01 Jan 2019 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Tuesday proposed for the first time the "Four Musts" as the basis for moving relations between Taiwan and China in a positive direction, and she vowed to establish mechanisms to safeguard Taiwan's national security.
China's political formulas disallow ROC existence: MAC CNA 01 Jan 2019 -- The political formulas China is intent on forcing on Taiwan are not acceptable to the people of Taiwan because they allow no room for the Republic of China (ROC) to exist, according to a statement from Taiwan's top China policy agency released Tuesday.
Xi, Trump exchange congratulations over 40th anniversary of China-U.S. diplomatic ties People's Daily 01 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday exchanged congratulations on the 40th anniversary of the establishment of China-U.S. diplomatic relations.
Trump, Xi vow to strengthen US-China bilateral ties: State media Press TV 01 Jan 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and his American counterpart Donald Trump have exchanged messages, vowing to enhance cooperation despite a months-long bruising trade war.
Chinese Economy at Crossroads as Trade Reform Pressure Mounts VOA 01 Jan 2019 -- During the past year, the United States and China have clashed increasingly over trade, their visions for the world and national security. In 2019, the question of whether the world's two biggest economies can work out a trade deal is something that is set to have an impact not only on their relationship, but the broader Chinese economy as well.

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