Some mainland companies’ tech proficiency may be closing gaps with American counterparts, but challenges remain, analysts say.
6 Aug 2026 - 9:20AM videocam
PLA documentary showcases enough air power in its combination of the Jing Lei-1 on board an H-6N to cover ‘almost the entire Pacific Ocean’.
5 Aug 2026 - 8:00PM videocam
From artificial intelligence to quantum technology and hypersonic weapons, the PLA is in a race to define the next era of warfare.
6 Aug 2026 - 9:20AM videocam
The support system is designed to support exercises involving ‘hundreds of targets and dozens of formations’, according to state media.
3 Aug 2026 - 9:00PM videocam
Prominent commentator shares insights on the PLA’s 2027 goal, competition with the US, the Taiwan issue and the peacetime dilemma.
4 Aug 2026 - 11:39AM videocam
Comments made ahead of the PLA’s 99th anniversary offer a rare insight into how military modernisation is progressing.
31 Jul 2026 - 10:12PM videocam
Zhou Bo of Tsinghua University weighs US’ commitment to Taiwan, how big a nuclear deterrent China needs and the risks of AI warfare.
30 Jul 2026 - 4:10PM videocam
‘Grey market’ exploiting legal loopholes has made prosecution difficult, state media report warns.
18 Jul 2026 - 9:04PM videocam
The Pave Paws early-warning unit detected the launch from waters near the mainland’s southern coast, report says.
10 Jul 2026 - 9:00AM videocam
Joint exercise reveals deepening military cooperation between Beijing and Moscow while sending signal to Washington and its regional allies.
8 Jul 2026 - 9:06PM videocam
More than a technical milestone, undersea launch sends strategic signal to the US and Beijing’s neighbours in Asia-Pacific, analysts say.
8 Jul 2026 - 12:43AM videocam
Details of a growing family of standard-sized weapon systems appeared on social media, along with video of an EMALS in action.
3 Jul 2026 - 1:15AM videocam
South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative says base infrastructure expansion ‘has fallen short of expectations’.
2 Jul 2026 - 9:00PM videocam
While the J-15T was designed to use an advanced launch system, new images show it operating from the older Liaoning carrier.
2 Jul 2026 - 7:38PM videocam
On the 105th anniversary of the ruling party’s founding, Xi Jinping also warns members to stay vigilant and prepare for challenges.
2 Jul 2026 - 12:30AM videocam
Tokyo says it had tracked two separate flights involving H-6 and Tu-95 bombers, some of which passed over the western Pacific.
28 Jun 2026 - 4:40PM videocam
Move marks mainland China’s latest bid to assert jurisdictional claims in the contested waters following the maritime boundary negotiations.
19 Jun 2026 - 5:00PM videocam
Joint exercises to protect lives and property in the waters have not been held in a decade.
14 Jun 2026 - 8:09PM videocam
Wang Huning tells delegates to ‘stand on the right side of history’ after the island’s ruling party banned officials from attending the forum.
13 Jun 2026 - 9:07PM videocam
Annual event meant to spur cross-strait integration takes place amid expanded ban by island’s ruling party on who can attend.
12 Jun 2026 - 7:04PM videocam
Using tracking data and AI, Jingan Technology suggests ‘decapitation’ operation more probable than full-scale invasion.
5 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM videocam
Satellite images show the vessel under construction has a ‘finless’ design that could improve its manoeuvrability and speed.
4 Jun 2026 - 8:34PM videocam
Chinese experts warn the pair could pose a threat in a conflict over Taiwan, urge tough economic and military measures.
4 Jun 2026 - 9:00AM videocam
‘Every country must be able to choose its future by its own will,’ Shinjiro Koizumi says at Singapore defence forum.
31 May 2026 - 9:04PM videocam
In the wake of the Xi-Trump summit, the US and Chinese delegations dispense with the tough talk of previous years.
30 May 2026 - 10:35PM videocam
In contrast with last year, his speech to the Shangri-La forum avoided sensitive issues and did not directly describe Beijing as a ‘threat’.
30 May 2026 - 6:44PM videocam
Major General Meng Xiangqing invites British military officials to Xiangshan Forum and Zhuhai air show in China.
30 May 2026 - 9:26PM videocam
While the US defence chief gave a gung-ho speech at last year’s conference, reset in Beijing ties after recent summit may prompt moderation.
29 May 2026 - 8:44PM videocam
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth’s speech at Asian security forum to serve as important gauge of whether summit has stabilised US-China relations.
Chinese think tank notes the changing risks: ‘China will inevitably respond, and that makes the overall situation appear more tense’.
27 May 2026 - 10:08PM videocam