03 September 2025 - China Special Weapons News

China should stop illegal drilling near Pratas Island: Presidential Office CNA 03 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Presidential Office spokesperson Karen Kuo (郭雅慧) said Wednesday that Beijing should halt its illegal marine drilling operations in waters around Taiwan, after it was reported that Chinese oil rigs and ships had been spotted near Taiwan-controlled Pratas Island.
DPP slams China, Russia parades as threat to peace CNA 03 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) said Wednesday that the military parades held separately by Russia and China this year, including one in Beijing that day, posed a serious threat to world peace.
China's new missiles may deter aid to Taiwan: Experts CNA 03 Sep 2025 -- The array of new missile systems unveiled at a military parade in Beijing on Wednesday, while not specifically designed for a Taiwan invasion, could deter foreign forces from intervening in a cross-strait conflict, according to defense experts.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 03 Sep 2025

Former official of China's ministry sentenced to death with two-year reprieve for leaking state secrets: MSS Global Times 04 Sep 2025 -- China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) on Thursday disclosed three distinct tactics employed by overseas spies to deceive citizens into leaking state secrets. Among these cases, it revealed that a former official of a state ministry was lured into befriending a spy, then blackmailed using compromising information, ultimately leading to his conviction for espionage and a death sentence with a two-year reprieve.

Land-, sea-, and air-based missiles unveiled as China's nuclear triad for the first time Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- China on Wednesday held a grand V-Day military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with many advanced weapons and equipment making their debut, including China's new-generation tank with a whole new design concept, several types of hypersonic anti-ship missiles, air superiority drones, as well as the country's nuclear triad, which includes air-launched, submarine-launched and land-based strategic missiles.
Tank and artillery, unmanned ship and underwater vehicles, high-energy weapons, hypersonic missiles shine at parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- China on Wednesday held a grand V-Day military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with many advanced weapons and equipment making their debut, including China's new-generation tank with a whole new design concept, several types of hypersonic anti-ship missiles, air superiority drones, as well as the country's nuclear triad, which includes air-launched, submarine-launched and land-based strategic missiles.
Honored and proud: defense equipment designers share insights on China's V-Day commemorations Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- A grand ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held on Wednesday morning in Beijing. The massive military parade featured a remarkable array of new combat equipment, including advanced main battle tanks, hypersonic anti-ship missiles, new strategic missile, and fifth-generation fighter jets, which excited the Chinese people and amazed the world.
China's nuclear triad, air superiority drones, hypersonic missiles, new tank and more: weapons at China's V-Day parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- >China on Wednesday held a grand V-Day military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with many advanced weapons and equipment making their debut, including China's new-generation tank with a whole new design concept, several types of hypersonic anti-ship missiles, air superiority drones, as well as the country's nuclear triad, which includes air-launched, submarine-launched and land-based strategic missiles.
Chinese military affairs expert explains significance of DF-5C's global-covering range Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- The new-type DF-5C liquid-fueled intercontinental strategic nuclear missile made its debut at China's V-day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
China Unveils Cutting-Edge, Planet-Spanning ICBM at Military Parade Sputnik 03 Sep 2025 -- China featured the Dongfeng 5 (DF-5C) intercontinental ballistic missile at the Wednesday military parade in Beijing and presented its strategic land, sea and air forces as a nuclear triad for the first time.
KJ-600 early warning aircraft makes official debut; completing Chinese carrier group's 'final puzzle piece': expert Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- At China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, KJ-600 and J-15T carrier-based aircraft were reviewed in a flight formation, marking the long-awaited debut of the KJ-600, China's carrier-borne fixed-wing early warning aircraft.
China's J-35 makes debut at V-Day military parade; carrier-borne stealth fighter jet officially enters fifth-generation era: expert Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Carrier-borne fighter jet echelons consisting of the J-15DH, J-15DT, J-35 and J-15T were reviewed at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with the J-35 making its official debut.
China's engine-upgraded Y-20B transport aircraft, new special mission aircraft make debut; experts highlight support aircraft' roles as power amplifiers Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Aerial echelons composed of aircraft for early warning, reconnaissance, long-range strike, air superiority, strategic delivery, and support missions systematically demonstrated the rapidly improving air combat capabilities of the Chinese military at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
China's J-20S debuts at V-Day military parade; expert highlights innovative significance as world's first two-seat fifth-gen fighter jet Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Fighter jet echelons consisting of the J-16D, J-20, J-35A, J-20S and J-20A were reviewed at China's V-day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
Land, sea and air-based cruise missiles make collective debut at China's V-Day parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, Air Force and Rocket Force for the first time formed a joint formation displaying the country's cruise missiles at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
Anti-drone laser, microwave, missile and artillery weapons appear at China's V-Day military parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Multiple types of anti-drone equipment were reviewed in formations at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, addressing the importance of anti-drone warfare on the modern battlefield.
China's torpedoes, new-type sea mine make military parade debut; expert highlights maritime blockade capabilities Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- An underwater weapon formation consisted of four types of weapons appeared for the first time at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Military affairs experts told the Global Times that the four types of underwater equipment can target various types of enemy naval vessels and effectively carry out maritime blockade missions.
China's land-based unmanned combat systems unveiled at V-Day parade, to support amphibious landing, urban warfare: expert Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Multiple types of unmanned land equipment appeared at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, showcasing a new form of unmanned combat in modern land warfare.
PLA displays three types of wheeled combat vehicles for amphibious landing operations Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) displayed its powerful capabilities in amphibious landing operations through an amphibious assault formation consisting of three types of wheeled combat vehicles, which took part in the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. An expert told the Global Times that the three amphibious vehicles embody the PLA's marine corps' revolutions in its concept of landing combat, demonstrating the ability to win by speed.
Unmanned underwater vehicle, ship, minelaying system make debut at China's V-Day parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Multiple types of unmanned maritime combat systems made their debut at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with their strikingly futuristic designs capturing widespread attention.
China debuts HQ-29 antiballistic missile weapon at V-Day military parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- At China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, an air defense formation composing of six types of air defense and antiballistic missile equipment was reviewed, with many of them making their debut.
Full system of Chinese shipborne air defense weapons, including LY-1 laser, displayed at military parade Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Forming a full system, four types of shipborne air defense weapons were displayed at the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, showcasing the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) warships' diverse defense measures against different incoming targets.
YJ-15 missile, YJ-19, YJ-17, YJ-20 hypersonic missiles make debut, demonstrating rich technological paths of China's hypersonic missiles: experts Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Four new types of YJ series anti-ship missiles were displayed for the first time at the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, showing new scenarios in which victories will be achieved through speed with new technological configurations.
China debuts multiple wingman, air superiority drones; to profoundly change future air combat: experts Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Multiple completely new types of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) debuted at China's V-day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, attracting widespread attention with their highly futuristic appearances.
YJ-21, DF-1 7, DF-26D hypersonic missiles reviewed at China's V-Day parade; capable of breaking 'island chains,' striking aircraft carriers: expert Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- The hypersonic missile formations took the stage at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. A military affairs experts told the Global Times that the three types of hypersonic missiles have different roles, with strong defense penetrating capabilities, making them vanguards to break the so-called island chains and strike aircraft carriers.
China displays for first time its strategic nuclear triad, debuts air-launched JL-1, submarine-launched JL-3, land-based DF-61, DF-31BJ Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- The first nuclear missile formation consisting of JL-1 air-launched long-range missile, JL-3 submarine-launched intercontinental missile, as well as DF-61 and DF-31BJ land-based intercontinental missiles were reviewed at China's V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, marking the first concentrated appearance of China's land, sea, and air-based strategic nuclear triad.
China debuts DF-5C global-covering strategic nuclear missile; expert estimates range exceeding 20,000km Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- The new-type DF-5C liquid-fueled intercontinental strategic nuclear missile made its debut at China's V-day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. An expert told the Global Times that this missile has an estimated range of more than 20,000 kilometers, and has advantages in defense penetration and precision.
Two variants of Type 191 modularized rocket artillery appear at military parade; expert highlights long range, high accuracy, strong firepower, low cost Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Two variants of Type 191 modularized rocket artillery were reviewed at the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, displaying the high compatibility of long-range artillery units of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA).
PLA's Type 100 new-generation tank makes debut with high-level informatization Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Three types of the Chinese People's Liberation Army's (PLA) new armored vehicles made their debut at the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
China's new-generation airborne combat vehicles unveiled, 'to make paratroopers armored forces with Y-20 aircraft airdrop' Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- At the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, multiple types of airborne equipment of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) made their first public appearances, demonstrating Chinese air combat force's strategic capability of moving in the air, landing behind enemy lines, and deployed at crucial moments.

China holds massive V-Day parade, pledging peaceful development People's Daily 03 Sep 2025 -- China held a massive military parade in central Beijing on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of its victory in World War II, pledging the country's commitment to peaceful development in a world still fraught with turbulence and uncertainties.
China holds massive parade to mark 80th anniversary of WWII victory PRC MND 03 Sep 2025 -- China held a massive military parade in central Beijing on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of its victory in World War II, pledging the country's commitment to peaceful development in a world still fraught with turbulence and uncertainties.
Xi hails "unstoppable" national rejuvenation at V-Day commemorations People's Daily 03 Sep 2025 -- The rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable, said Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday as the country marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in its war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
China committed to path of peaceful development: Xi People's Daily 03 Sep 2025 -- China will adhere to the path of peaceful development, said President Xi Jinping on Wednesday.
(V-Day) Xi Focus: Xi hails "unstoppable" national rejuvenation at V-Day commemorations PRC MND 03 Sep 2025 -- The rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable, said Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday as the country marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in its war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Remarks by H.E. Xi Jinping President of the People's Republic of China at the Reception Commemorating The 80th Anniversary of the Victory of The Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression And the World Anti-Fascist War PRC MofA 03 Sep 2025
Xi addresses V-Day reception, stressing justice, peace, people's strength People's Daily 03 Sep 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday called for firmly upholding international fairness and justice, staying committed to the path of peaceful development, and making unremitting efforts to improve people's well-being at all times.
China's Xi presides over massive military parade, urges shared future for humanity Press TV 03 Sep 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said the world is once again at a crossroads between peace and war, as he presided over a massive military parade in Beijing attended by numerous prominent leaders from around the world.

Xi, Putin, and Kim Give Show Of Unity At China's Military Parade RFE/RL 03 Sep 2025 -- China flexed its growing military might and its deepening ties with Russia with an extravagant military parade meant to showcase Chinese President Xi Jinping's status as the leader for an alternative, non-Western world order.
Kim, Putin, Xi share world stage at China's military parade Radio Free Asia 03 Sep 2025 -- Enormous intercontinental ballistic missiles, new underwater drones, laser weapons and other military hardware paraded across Beijing's Tiananmen Square for 90 minutes on Wednesday — a commemoration of 80 years since the Japanese surrender that ended World War II and a showcase of modern Chinese military might.
Xi, Putin, and Kim Give Show Of Unity At China's Military Parade RFE/RL 03 Sep 2025 -- China flexed its growing military might and its deepening ties with Russia with an extravagant military parade meant to showcase Chinese President Xi Jinping's ambition as the leader of an alternative, non-Western world order.

Foreign leaders attending V-Day parade in Beijing praise the event, highlight friendship with China Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- A number of foreign leaders attending the grand V-Day commemorations in Beijing on Wednesday, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar lbrahim, and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, have praised the successful hosting of the event and highlighted the enduring friendship with China.

Prime Minister Meets Top Chinese Business Executives to Boost B2B China-Pakistan Investment Cooperation Pakistan - Prime Miinister's Office 03 Sep 2025

President Xi Jinping Meets with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto PRC MofA 03 Sep 2025 -- On the afternoon of September 3, 2025, President Xi Jinping met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who is in China specially for the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
Xi meets Indonesian President Prabowo Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday that as major countries in the Global South, China and Indonesia should work together to oppose unilateral bullying, safeguard regional peace and stability, and uphold international fairness and justice.

Putin calls result of China visit positive as he wraps up trip: media report Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up China visit on Wednesday with a press conference, calling results of his visit to China positive, according to media reports.

Putin tells Lukashenko China's GGI is a 'good initiative' during meeting in Beijing: Kremlin Global Times 03 Sep 2025 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin voiced support for China's Global Governance Initiative during talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Beijing on Tuesday, according to a Kremlin release on Tuesday.

Trump says China no threat, then accuses Xi of 'conspiring against US' Press TV 03 Sep 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has accused his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, of conspiring against the US with the leaders of Russia and North Korea as the Chinese president hosted foreign leaders at a major military parade in Beijing.

China supports Iran's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national dignity: Envoy IRNA 03 Sep 2025 -- China's Ambassador to Iran, Cong Peiwu, says China supports Iran in safeguarding its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national dignity, and defending its legitimate rights and interests through political negotiations.
China says ties with Iran are a top diplomatic priority IRNA 03 Sep 2025 -- China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning says her country attaches paramount importance to relations with Iran, and stands ready for efforts to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Pezeshkian calls for Iran-China resistance against 'bullying', unilateralism Press TV 03 Sep 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has underscored the necessity of standing firm against the intimidation and pressure from countries seeking to disrupt the amicable relations between Iran and China, reaffirming Tehran's commitment to implement bilateral agreements.

Sanctioning China-Based Synthetic Opioid and Chemical Suppliers US Dept. of State 03 Sep 2025 -- Today, the United States is sanctioning Chinese chemical company Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co., Ltd. (Guangzhou Tengyue) and two of the company's representatives, Huang Xiaojun and Huang Zhanpeng, for manufacturing and coordinating shipments of illicit opioids and chemical agents to the United States.
Treasury Sanctions China-Based Chemical Company to Combat Synthetic Opioid Trafficking US Treasury 03 Sep 2025 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co., Ltd. (Guangzhou Tengyue), a chemical company operating in China that is involved in the manufacture and sale of synthetic opioids to Americans. In addition to opioids, Guangzhou Tengyue has also sold dangerous analgesic chemicals often used as cutting agents that are mixed with synthetic opioids and other illicit drugs. Also today, OFAC sanctioned Huang Xiaojun and Huang Zhanpeng, representatives of Guangzhou Tengyue, who were directly involved in coordinating the shipments of these illicit drugs and cutting agents to the United States.
Grand Jury Indicts Three U.S. Citizens, 22 Chinese Nationals, Four Chinese Pharmaceutical Companies in International Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering Conspiracies US Dept. of Justice 03 Sep 2025 -- The Justice Department announced today that a federal grand jury in Dayton, Ohio, returned charges against dozens of defendants, including Chinese nationals and companies, in narcotics and money laundering conspiracies involving illegal cutting agents.

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