31 October 2025 - China Special Weapons News

Exclusive: Source reveals PLA monitors, maintains vigilance as Philippines conducts 'joint patrol' in S.China Sea in collusion with extraterritorial nations Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- From Thursday to Friday, the Philippines, in collusion with extraterritorial countries, conducted a so-called "joint patrol" in the South China Sea, stirring up trouble and undermining regional peace and stability. The People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command monitored and maintained vigilance throughout the operation, the Global Times learned exclusively from a source from the Chinese military.
China Coast Guard conducts law enforcement patrol in territorial waters and surrounding areas of China's Huangyan Dao Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- The China Coast Guard (CCG) conducted a law enforcement patrol in the territorial waters and surrounding areas of China's Huangyan Dao on Friday, the CCG said.
Chinese military conducts combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Dao PRC MND 31 Oct 2025 -- Since October 2025, the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command has organized its navy and air force troops to continuously strengthen patrols in the territorial waters and airspace of China's Huangyan Dao and its adjacent areas, according to a written statement released on Friday.

No news about Taiwan in Trump-Xi meeting generally good news: Experts CNA 31 Oct 2025 -- The absence of any discussion about Taiwan during a meeting Thursday between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) drew different interpretations, but analysts generally saw it as good news for Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 31 Oct 2025

Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun's Regular Press Conference on October 31, 2025 PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025

Xi says ready to work with Trump to build solid foundation for bilateral ties Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met on Thursday with US President Donald Trump to exchange views on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest in Busan, South Korea, the Xinhua News Agency reported.
Chinese FM comments on US treasury secretary's remarks that China, US could sign trade deal next week Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry regarding that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed the US and China could sign a trade agreement as soon as next week, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Friday that leaders of China and the US discussed issues such as economic and trade relations and agreed to enhance cooperation in areas including economy and trade during the Busan meeting, and the competent Chinese authorities also briefed on the outcomes of the economic and trade consultations in Kuala Lumpur yesterday.

Defense minister Dong Jun meets Hegseth in Malaysia, urging US to take clear stance against 'Taiwan independence' Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun held talks with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Malaysia on Friday, where he was attending the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting-Plus. Dong stressed during the meeting that the reunification of the two sides of the Taiwan Straits is an irreversible historical trend, urging the US side to act and speak prudently on Taiwan-related questions and to take a clear stance against "Taiwan independence."
Chinese defense minister meets U.S. counterpart in Malaysia PRC MND 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun met with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Friday on the sidelines of the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting Plus in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

President Xi Jinping Delivers Written Address to the APEC CEO Summit PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping delivered a written address entitled "Putting the Asia Pacific at the Forefront of the Joint Endeavor for World Development and Prosperity" to the APEC CEO Summit held in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.
President Xi Jinping Attends the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and Delivers Important Remarks PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the morning of October 31 local time, Session I of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting was held at the Gyeongju Hwabaek International Convention Center in the Republic of Korea. President Xi Jinping attended the meeting and delivered important remarks entitled "Building an Inclusive Open Asia Pacific Economy for All."
Putting the Asia Pacific at the Forefront of the Joint Endeavor for World Development and Prosperity PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- Written Address by H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China At the APEC CEO Summit
Building an Inclusive Open Asia-Pacific Economy for All PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- Remarks by H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China At Session I of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting

President Xi Jinping Meets with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul of Thailand PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul of Thailand on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.

Russian prime minister to visit China for 30th regular meeting with Chinese premier: FM Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin will visit China from November 3 to 4 for the 30th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Friday. In response to media inquiries about the arrangements and China's expectations for the meeting, FM spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that during the meeting, the two premiers will comprehensively review cooperation progress in various areas, plan the next stage of collaboration, and exchange in-depth views on issues of common concern.

President Xi Jinping Meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.
Xi says ready to work with Canada to bring ties back to right track People's Daily 31 Oct 2025 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is ready to work with Canada to bring China-Canada relations back to the right track of healthy, stable and sustainable development at an early date for the better benefits of the two peoples.

President Xi Jinping Meets with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae PRC MofA 31 Oct 2025 -- On the afternoon of October 31, 2025 local time, President Xi Jinping had a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae upon request on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea.
Japan-China Summit Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 31 Oct 2025

FM responds to whether China's suspension of rare earths export controls apply to all countries Global Times 31 Oct 2025 -- In response to a question on whether China's newly announced one-year suspension of the rare earths export control measures, published on October 9, applies to all countries, or only to the US, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, said at a regular press conference on Friday that "For specific questions, I suggest you consult the relevant competent Chinese authorities."

China launches Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship PRC MND 31 Oct 2025 -- China launched the Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship on Friday, sending three astronauts to its orbiting space station on a six-month mission.

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