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Former Chinese defence minister and military leader Liang Guanglie dies aged 83
As well as conducting negotiations with Obama administration and military leadership, Liang wrote about campaigns around Taiwan.
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China conducts sea and air patrol around shoal amid tension with Philippines
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Why the Mighty Dragon is a symbol of China’s military modernisation
13 Nov 2024 - 12:23PM
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US Elections
Trump taps Pete Hegseth for Pentagon chief, John Ratcliffe to lead CIA
Donald Trump’s team is moving quickly to fill key roles for the incoming administration.
13 Nov 2024 - 10:51AM
Pete Hegseth in 2021. Donald Trump has nominated him to be defence secretary. Photo: AFP
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Zhuhai air show gives closer look at China’s latest stealth fighter, the J-35A
Jet put through its paces in an opening aerial display along with the J-20.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:47PM
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China’s air force marks anniversary with film of ‘deadly combination’ of jets
The PLA showed its J-20 stealth fighter in combination with an electronic warfare plane and two other advanced warplanes.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:37PM
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China’s Zhuhai air show to feature vision for next-generation warplanes
The model known as the White Emperor highlights proposals for a supersonic fighter capable of operating beyond the Earth’s atmosphere.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:37PM
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From fighter jets to attack drones, China’s biggest air show is about to open
The J-35A stealth fighter will make its debut at the biennial event, along with the HQ-19 anti-ballistic missile.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:35PM
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Airshow China will be held from Tuesday to Sunday in the southern city of Zhuhai, in Guangdong province. Photo: Reuters
Military
Aukus, Quad allies could face pressure on China from next Trump administration
Experts say the former president is likely to retain existing arrangements when he returns to the White House but may be more demanding.
10 Nov 2024 - 10:00PM
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Military
China unveils ‘Killer Whale’ stealth drone ship
The vessel which has a range of more than 7,000km will go on display alongside a collection of aerial drones at the Zhuhai air show.
10 Nov 2024 - 5:01PM
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China’s ‘most potent’ naval warplane set to appear at Zhuhai air show
The J-15D is a twin-seat variant of the ‘Flying Shark’ and equipped with advanced anti-radar equipment.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:39PM
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Diplomacy
China, US hold fresh military safety talks as South China Sea tensions worsen
Talks on operational interactions and best air and maritime safety practices aim to ‘clarify intent’ and reduce risks, according to the US.
9 Nov 2024 - 5:50PM
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A member of the crew on a mainland Chinese vessel keeps watch as the PLA carries out drills around Taiwan, a point of contention with Washington. Photo: Handout
Military
Chinese navy to show off its warplanes for first time at country’s main air show
IT is the first time the J-15T carrier-based fighter has appeared at the event, where China’s second stealth fighter will also be unveiled.
6 Nov 2024 - 5:28PM
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Xi visits PLA paratroopers whose mission is to ‘liberate Taiwan’
President calls for ‘all-out efforts’ to improve combat readiness after inspecting bird-like spy drones and next-gen armoured vehicles.
6 Nov 2024 - 3:30PM
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China and Russia close deal to ramp up low-altitude defences, state media says
Deal signed between Chinese firm and Russian aviation engineering institution comes as Beijing and Moscow step up military cooperation.
6 Nov 2024 - 3:34PM
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Is China’s military ready to unveil second stealth fighter?
Manufacturer raises expectations by publishing images of prototype designed to compete with the US F-35.
3 Nov 2024 - 5:30PM
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A FC-31 prototype pictured during a test flight. Photo: Handout
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‘A big deal’: what Biden’s largest Taiwan arms package says about US intentions
The US$2 billion deal includes an advanced air defence system that has been used by Ukraine to counter Russian attacks.
3 Nov 2024 - 1:19AM
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Updated Chinese J-15 fighter jet spotted in aircraft carrier drill footage
Military analyst says J-15Bs seen airborne in official images, suggesting planes have entered service.
2 Nov 2024 - 2:38AM
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Chinese navy holds first dual aircraft carrier drills in South China Sea
State television report shows Liaoning and Shandong sailing side by side in exercises aimed at improving ‘systematic combat capability’.
31 Oct 2024 - 8:00PM
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Assault vessel? Research ship? Both? Mystery Chinese ship caught on satellite
Satellite images of a new vessel with ‘flight deck’ prompts speculation it could be used as an assault ship or small carrier.
31 Oct 2024 - 3:56PM
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The vessel spotted at a shipyard in southern China has what appears to be a flight deck, according to satellite imagery. Photo: X/ tshugart3
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Is China looking to ‘divide and conquer’ as it boosts defence ties with Vietnam?
Top Chinese military commander’s Hanoi trip signals ‘substantial improvement’ in relations, analyst says.
30 Oct 2024 - 10:34PM
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Diplomacy
US pledges millions to Philippine coastguard over ‘shared maritime concerns’
Without naming Beijing, long-time allies discuss ways for ‘two sides to jointly address current challenges’, especially in South China Sea.
29 Oct 2024 - 4:36AM
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Military
Chances of all-out war over Taiwan are ‘slim’, says US envoy
De facto ambassador Raymond Greene says US military and Taipei’s military reforms help deter attacks from mainland China.
28 Oct 2024 - 9:06PM
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China’s ICBM test may well redraw the global security landscape
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Collisions with China force the Philippines to weigh new options
17 Sep 2024 - 9:24AM
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