03 January 2024 - China Special Weapons News

No new monks allowed at Buddhist monastery in Tibet Radio Free Asia 03 Jan 2024 -- Chinese authorities have forbidden the admission of new monks of all ages into a Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Chamdo prefecture in eastern Tibet amid growing restrictions on religious activities in the country, two sources familiar with the development told Radio Free Asia.

PLA conducts naval, air patrols in South China Sea amid US-Philippine provocations Global Times 03 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) on Wednesday launched a two-day routine patrol in the South China Sea, concurrently with a US-Philippines joint patrol in the region, with experts saying that the PLA patrol is pointed toward infringement and provocative actions by the Philippines and the US, and displays China's determination and firm will in safeguarding territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.

Chinese balloons cross over Taiwan for second day in a row: Military CNA 03 Jan 2024 -- Another four Chinese balloons were detected crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, with three of them later flying over the island of Taiwan, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Wednesday.
China Ramps Up Intimidation Campaign Ahead of Taiwan Election VOA 03 Jan 2024 -- China is increasing pressure on Taiwan ahead of the island's hotly contested presidential and legislative election on Jan. 13, doubling down on the rhetoric that reunification with China is inevitable and conducting military maneuvers in areas around Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 3, 2023 ROC MND 03 Jan 2024
Myanmar shadow govt voices support for China's Taiwan policy Radio Free Asia 03 Jan 2024 -- Myanmar's shadow government has issued a New Year statement in support of China's claim of sovereignty over Taiwan, which analysts say is a symbolic move aimed at currying favor with Beijing as it vies with the ruling junta for recognition as the country's authority.

China's 3rd aircraft carrier nears sea trials Radio Free Asia 03 Jan 2024 -- China's third aircraft carrier Fujian appeared to be almost ready for sea trials in a new video released by state broadcaster CCTV.
China's aircraft carrier Fujian nearly complete, maiden voyage expected soon Global Times 03 Jan 2024 -- China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, is nearly complete and could make its maiden voyage soon, experts said on Wednesday, after the warship was briefly featured in a national media report on Tuesday that indicated smooth progress in its mooring tests.

Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin's Regular Press Conference on January 3, 2024 PRC MofA 03 Jan 2024

World cannot return to a state of isolation; China opposes all form of unilateralism: FM Global Times 03 Jan 2024 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin on Wednesday said the world cannot return to a state of isolation and that China opposes all forms of unilateralism and protectionism in response to International Monetary Fund (IMF) warning that fragmentation of the global economy and increasing national security restrictions could lead to a 7 percent loss in global GDP.

Chinese FM spokesperson's remarks on 45th anniversary of China-U.S. diplomatic relations People's Daily 03 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Tuesday made remarks on the 45th anniversary of China-U.S. diplomatic relations.

BRICS expansion shows its bright prospect: FM spokesperson People's Daily 03 Jan 2024 -- BRICS expansion has shown its bright prospect, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on Tuesday at a daily press briefing.

Hong Kong Prosecutors Allege Pro-Democracy Publisher Jimmy Lai Encouraged Protests VOA 03 Jan 2024 -- Prosecutors in Hong Kong alleged on Wednesday that pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai encouraged the city's residents to engage in protests and pushed the United States to take action against China.
Facts, evidence of Jimmy Lai's collusion with foreign forces 'clear, legally persuasive' Global Times 03 Jan 2024 -- The trial of infamous anti-China disruptor Jimmy Lai, also the founder of Next Digital Media, along with three companies associated with the Apple Daily newspaper, entered into its fifth day on Wednesday for alleged violations of the National Security Law (NSL) for Hong Kong.

Chinese government agencies unveil plans to strengthen, sustain economic recovery for 2024 Global Times 03 Jan 2024 -- Chinese government agencies are placing significant emphasis on economic work and policy measures, underscoring their unwavering commitment to achieving the objectives outlined at the Central Economic Work Conference (CEWC), a tone-setting meeting for China's 2024 economic work.
China's central bank vows to raise proportion of lending to private enterprises Global Times 03 Jan 2024 -- An official with the People's Bank of China (PBC), the country's central bank, said on Tuesday that banks will gradually increase the proportion of loans to be channeled to private enterprises to support their development.

IMF chief: US-China rivalry could dent global GDP by 7% Radio Free Asia 03 Jan 2024 -- Fragmentation of the world economy into two competing blocs supporting the United States and China could reduce global economic output by 7% by increasing the cost of trade, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Tuesday.

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