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17 May 2023 - China Special Weapons News
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- U.S. not allowed to turn back wheel of history on Taiwan question: Chinese defense spokesperson People's Daily 17 May 2023 -- A Chinese defense spokesperson Tuesday said that attempts of the U.S. side to turn back the wheel of history on the Taiwan question are intolerable.
- Chinese Embassy Slams Truss' Visit to Taiwan as 'Political Show' Sputnik 17 May 2023 -- The Chinese Embassy in London on Tuesday opposed the visit of former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss to Taiwan and called it a "political show."
- PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 17, 2023 ROC MND 17 May 2023
- Chinese, Lao troops exchange weapons in live-fire joint drills, displaying trust Global Times 17 May 2023 -- Chinese and Lao troops exchanged weapons during live-fire shooting practices during the ongoing Friendship Shield-2023 joint exercise, in which the Lao forces for the first time got the first-hand experience using the next-generation service rifle of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA)
- BeiDou navigation satellites welcomes new, stronger member after 3 years Global Times 17 May 2023 -- Following a three-year interval after the dense networking of the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS) global constellation was completed, the first backup satellite was launched on Wednesday morning. The launch will enhance the system's service performance, enabling users to achieve more rapid and precise positioning.
- Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin's Regular Press Conference on May 17, 2023 PRC MofA 17 May 2023
- President Xi Jinping Holds Talks with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan PRC MofA 17 May 2023 -- On 17 May, President Xi Jinping held talks in Xi'an with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan who is in China for the China-Central Asia Summit and a state visit.
- China, C.Asian nations to chart blueprints for ties at summit Global Times 17 May 2023 -- Leaders from five Central Asian countries are arriving in Xi'an successively from Wednesday to attend the China-Central Asia Summit, scheduled from Thursday to Friday. The summit, taking place in the capital of Northwest China's Shaanxi Province, will witness a new chapter of cooperation between China and Central Asian countries, where all sides aim to expand areas of cooperation and strengthen ties. Experts believe traditional and new energy, commodities and digital commerce are likely to be the focus of trade cooperation during the summit.
- China In Eurasia Briefing: Why China's Central Asia Summit Is a Big Deal RFE/RL 17 May 2023 -- Chinese leader Xi Jinping is set to host all five of his Central Asian counterparts at a high-profile summit on May 18-19 that Chinese officials have said will mark "a new era of cooperation."
- Chinese Envoy Arrives In Kyiv As Heavy Fighting Under Way In Bakhmut RFE/RL 17 May 2023 -- China's special envoy Li Hui has arrived in Kyiv for talks with senior Ukrainian officials, in what is the highest-level visit by a Beijing representative to the country since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February last year.
- How to deal with China European Commission 17 May 2023 -- Several Outlets - How to handle China is a major political issue for the EU, one that is more complex than dealing with Russia. Certainly, the EU's political and economic systems have profound differences with both Russia and China. Unlike Russia, China is a real systemic actor, approaching 20% of the world economy and growing while Russia represents around two percent and decreasing.
- Australia urges ASEAN to not 'lessen' territorial rights in sea-conduct negotiations Radio Free Asia 17 May 2023 -- Australia's top diplomat urged ASEAN on Wednesday to be vigilant in upholding the territorial rights of member-states that have claims in the South China Sea as the bloc negotiates with China for a maritime code of conduct.
- USAID Chief to Congress: Foreign Aid Key in Countering Chinese, Russian Influence VOA 17 May 2023 -- A top Republican lawmaker said Wednesday the funding priorities for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) do not go far enough in addressing the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
- Biden cancels Papua New Guinea stopover in setback for Pacific influence Radio Free Asia 17 May 2023 -- U.S. President Joe Biden has shelved his planned visits next week to Papua New Guinea and Australia, an apparent setback for efforts to show a renewed commitment to island states in the Pacific where China has made inroads over several decades.
- Biden skips two legs of trip, erodes US credibility Global Times 17 May 2023 -- The US President Joe Biden decided to curtail his upcoming trip to the Asia-Pacific by canceling a visit to Australia and Papua New Guinea due to the ongoing debt ceiling negotiations in Washington, which, some Chinese experts said reflects that Washington only treats its so-called allies and partners as chess pieces and instrument, and when its domestic issues override its political agenda, it easily turns back on its commitment.
- Beijing police expel prominent rights attorney from city following release Radio Free Asia 17 May 2023 -- Authorities in Beijing have expelled rights attorney Zhou Shifeng from the city after holding him for months under house arrest following his release from prison, a move likely linked to his whistleblowing over now-jailed former security chief Sun Lijun.
- For Uyghurs seeking justice, UN panel confirms loved ones' rights have been violated Radio Free Asia 17 May 2023 -- Uyghurs seeking justice for loved ones imprisoned in China have turned to a little-known United Nations body for help.
- Police probe stand-up comedian who likened Chinese soldiers to feral dogs Radio Free Asia 17 May 2023 -- Beijing police launched an investigation Wednesday into stand-up comedian Li Haoshi - who goes by the stage name House - after he sparked public ire with a joke that some said likened feral dogs to People's Liberation Army soldiers.
- Comedy firm fined $1.9m after stand-up comedian insults soldiers Global Times 17 May 2023 -- A major Chinese culture company and comedy show organizer has been fined more than $1.9 million and ordered to suspend upcoming shows in Beijing after one of its comedians made insulting remarks regarding Chinese soldiers during a stand-up comedy show in the city.
- Netizen detained for posting insulting remarks about Chinese soldiers Global Times 17 May 2023 -- A female netizen was detained on Tuesday evening for posting insulting remarks about Chinese soldiers on a social media platform, said police in Dalian, Northeast China's Liaoning Province on Wednesday.
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