Taipei says it is the first time mainland Chinese government vessels have entered waters near Taiping.
Expert says knowledge of the waters and seabed could allow ‘more effective submarine and anti-submarine operations’.
videocam International expo in Beijing showcases cameras that measure vital signs, and even core motivation, of suspects, equipment firms say.
videocam Two crewed electronic reconnaissance aircraft sent to ‘snoop around’ and observe mainland Chinese vessels, leading PLA analyst says.
The national force is particularly keen on boosting supplies of counterterror gear, according to a wish list unveiled at a Beijing expo.
The Chinese coastguard’s rapid growth in recent years has included an evolution of its roles and relationships with the PLA.
Submarines and drones are ‘the story of naval warfare in the 21st century’ but carriers continue to be an important symbol of military might.
In contrast with last year, his speech to the Shangri-La forum avoided sensitive issues and did not directly describe Beijing as a ‘threat’.
videocam Chinese military has claimed for the first time that it used ‘electronic countermeasures’ when the frigate entered disputed waters.
The scale of this year’s Balikatan exercise has been described as part of a trend that will ‘exacerbate regional instability’.
videocam Only one vessel can now host the cutting-edge jet, but satellite images and state media hints indicate that might be changing.
videocam The Liaoning carrier group will hold live-fire drills months after stand-off with Japanese fighter jets during a December exercise.
‘No matter how advanced the equipment is, if people cannot effectively operate it, it remains nothing more than cold steel’: PLA Daily.
videocam Near-silent autonomous surveillance vessels that can keep going for months on end recommended for Chinese maritime enforcement.
The meeting in Beijing was watched around the world for clues on topics ranging from trade to Taiwan and rare earths.
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