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China’s military drills
China announces joint Pacific naval exercise with Russia in August
Announcement comes as US hosting regional exercise with Japan, Australia, others.
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China-Japan relations
China says Japan’s space defence guidelines ‘threaten security and stability’
30 Jul 2025 - 10:00AM
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China's military weapons
How China’s Type 815A spy ships are keeping PLA Navy informed and ready
30 Jul 2025 - 9:00AM
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China's military weapons
China’s J-20 flew through the Tsushima Strait. Did anybody else notice?
CCTV report leaves little doubt that the advanced fighter made the flight over the strategic waters.
29 Jul 2025 - 6:19PM
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The PLA is projected to have around 400 J-20s in operation by the end of this year. Photo: Handout
China’s military
China’s navy submarine academy recruits first female students in 72-year history
The 10 women will join institution known as ‘China’s most mysterious military academy’, where they will undergo rigorous training.
26 Jul 2025 - 10:02PM
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China military reform
How China’s Information Support Force gears military up for PLA modernisation
PLA Daily articles offer glimpse into how force established last year fits into President Xi Jinping’s vision of a futuristic military.
25 Jul 2025 - 7:00PM
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UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles)
Chinese drones carry 180 tonnes of steel and concrete up mountain
Operation to move materials for solar power project earns praise for environmental benefits, sparks speculation about tech’s military use.
24 Jul 2025 - 7:00PM
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Heavy-lift drones, seen here in footage from state broadcaster CCTV, transport materials to build electricity transmission towers in a mountainous area of Yunnan province in southwest China. Photo: CCTV
United States
Trump administration issues plan to limit AI exports to China
Move comes amid hawks’ concerns that US chips could help Chinese AI, military development.
24 Jul 2025 - 6:46AM
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China's military weapons
Is this new tailless UAV China’s answer to next-generation drone warfare?
Clips on social media show tailless aircraft with a distinctive diamond-shaped delta wing and accompanied by turboprop transport planes.
23 Jul 2025 - 1:37PM
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China's military weapons
China showcases full spectrum of drone technology in ‘border control’ exercise
Simulation features latest OW-5 anti-laser weapon, special combat tactical devices and full range of Norinco’s Flying Dragon series.
22 Jul 2025 - 6:22PM
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China's military weapons
Rare close-ups signal China’s J-35 stealth jets ready for Fujian carrier
Photos circulating on social media show clear ‘Chinese Navy’ markings and ‘Flying Shark’ insignia, strong signals of formal integration.
22 Jul 2025 - 10:02AM
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Latest photos offer the clearest view yet of the fifth-generation J-35 stealth fighter expected to be deployed aboard the Fujian, China’s first carrier equipped with electromagnetic catapults designed to launch heavier aircraft with higher payloads. Photo: Handout
Central Military Commission
China’s military announces new political guidelines after corruption scandals
The rules follow a series of scandals that have seen a dozen senior PLA commanders being placed under investigation.
21 Jul 2025 - 9:41PM
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China’s military drills
China, Vietnam set for first joint army drills, Beijing’s defence ministry says
Military ties have deepened in recent months as the close economic partners seek ways to navigate US tariffs.
20 Jul 2025 - 6:04PM
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US-China relations
Will supply chain troubles delay the debut of America’s F-47 fighter jet?
Timeline for jet’s engine pushed back more than two years, adding pressure as US and China race to build sixth-generation fighters.
18 Jul 2025 - 8:08PM
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Drones
China unveils new drone that takes off and lands on its tail like a rocket
UAV was put through its paces in a disaster rescue drill in the mountains of Sichuan province, according to state media report.
18 Jul 2025 - 10:00AM
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The new UAV has an intelligent control system that could be used for drone swarming. Photo: Handout
China’s military drills
PLA offers back-to-back military drill updates during Taiwan’s Han Kuang
Round-the-clock joint military exercises appear to be direct response to island’s expanded annual war games.
17 Jul 2025 - 7:45PM
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China's military weapons
China’s Type 076 Sichuan is a next-level amphibious assault ship
PLA’s next-generation warship will boast fighter and drone strike power with an advanced electromagnetic catapult launch system.
17 Jul 2025 - 12:00PM
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US-China relations
Is US pushing its Asian allies to do more to counter China?
Recent media reports suggest Washington wants Britain and other European nations to focus on Russia and stay out of the Indo-Pacific.
17 Jul 2025 - 2:32PM
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Elbridge Colby is reported to have upset US allies such as Japan. Photo: AFP
China-Japan relations
Taiwan tensions may heighten, Japan defence report says
Tokyo’s annual white paper cites ‘unprecedented’ security challenge as China rapidly modernises PLA.
15 Jul 2025 - 7:53PM
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China's military weapons
Can a superalloy method fix aircraft engine woes, even for sixth-gen fighters?
Approach to cool down the metal alloy faster during manufacturing could significantly improve performance, according to state media report.
15 Jul 2025 - 9:00AM
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Taiwan
Taiwan live-streams Han Kuang navy mine deployment as troops test metro tactics
Navy exercise aimed at deterring potential amphibious PLA operations is broadcast to showcase island’s defensive readiness.
14 Jul 2025 - 8:21PM
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China’s military drills
China and Serbia gear up for first joint military training exercise
Special forces from both countries will take part in the Peace Defenders-2025 drill, cementing ties between armed personnel.
14 Jul 2025 - 6:55PM
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The Serbian Ministry of Defence says its air force is the first in Europe able to independently operate and maintain the Chinese-made FK-3 air defence missile system. Photo: China’s Ministry of National Defence
Science
Chinese satellites appear to dock in orbit for historic refuelling mission
Shijian-21 and Shijian-25 ‘appeared visually merged in optical sensor data’, space tracking firm says, a feat US seeks to match by 2026.
14 Jul 2025 - 7:18PM
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China-Japan relations
China and Japan trade barbs after latest close encounter between warplanes
Beijing accused Japanese planes of ‘repeated’ incursions into an air defence zone after its air force was accused of dangerous manoeuvres.
13 Jul 2025 - 6:38PM
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China's military weapons
US puts jet-drone teams to bigger test in race with China for air supremacy
American air force fighters work with uncrewed Valkyries to see how well they integrate.
12 Jul 2025 - 6:25AM
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