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Army soldiers conduct combat support training exercise

Soldiers assigned to a brigade under the Chinese PLA 72nd Group Army repair and assemble the multiple launch rocket system during a combat support training exercise on April 27, 2025.

Chinese naval escort taskforce completes 1661st escort mission

The photo shows frigate Honghe (Hull 523) escorting cargo ship Zhen Hua 35 in the Gulf of Aden.

Z-20 utility helicopters lift off for training

Z-20 medium-lift utility helicopters attached to a brigade under the Chinese PLA 72nd Group Army fly in formation during a multi-subject training exercise on May 3, 2025.

Anti-aircraft gun systems blaze away

A PGZ-09 dual 35mm tracked self-propelled anti-aircraft gun system attached to an air-defense unit with a combined-arms regiment under the Chinese PLA Xinjiang Military Command fires at targets.

LCAC storms the shore

A landing craft air cushion (LCAC) attached to a landing ship group with the navy under the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command steams to beach-head at lightning speed during a maritime training exercise.

J-16 fighter jets in flight training

J-16 multi-role fighter jets attached to an aviation brigade with the air force under the Chinese PLA Eastern Theater Command taxi on the runway during a flight training exercise on April 25, 2025.

Fighter jets take off at twilight

A J-10 fighter jet attached to the Chinese PLA Air Force taxis on the runway during a round-the-clock flight training exercise, aiming to test the pilots' cooperative combat capabilities.

Chinese PLA Guard of Honor attends Russia's Victory Day parade

The Guard of Honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) attend a grand parade marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War in Moscow, Russia, May 9, 2025.

PLA naval vessels in multi-subject training

Comprehensive supply ship Hulunhu attached to a combat support ship flotilla with the navy under Chinese PLA Northern Theater Command practices astern replenishment-at-sea with guided-missile destroyer Kaifeng during a multi-subject training exercise in late April, 2025.

Chinese, Egyptian pilots join hands in "Eagles of Civilization 2025" joint air force training

The China-Egypt "Eagles of Civilization 2025" joint air force training concluded at an Egyptian air force base on May 4, 2025. Photo shows Chinese and Egyptian pilots walking side by side.

Top Stories

Xi extends congratulations to 34th Arab League Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message on Saturday to Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid, extending his congratulations on the convening of the 34th Arab League Summit in Baghdad.
Chinese defense minister holds talks with German counterpart

The Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun, who is currently on a visit to Germany at invitation, held talks with his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, on May 15.
China's defense chief outlines six proposals to support UN peacekeeping reform

Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun on Wednesday laid out six proposals to support the reform and transformation of United Nations peacekeeping operations, reaffirming China's long-standing commitment to multilateral security cooperation.
Chinese and Vietnamese naval sailors conduct various exchange activities in Guangzhou

Chinese and Vietnamese naval sailors conduct various exchange activities in Guangzhou during the five-day goodwill visit by the Vietnamese Navy's sail training ship Le Quy Don.
China Coast Guard rescues eight foreign fishermen in distress

The China Coast Guard (CCG) rescued eight ROK fishermen from a distressed vessel in the East China Sea on May 13.
2nd Meeting of China-Brunei Joint Defense Working Committee convened in Beijing: Defense Spokesperson

The 2nd Meeting of China-Brunei Joint Defense Working Committee (JDWC) was convened in Beijing on May 14, said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, Spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense (MND), on May 15, 2025.
Navigation warning: Gun firing activities to be conducted in South China Sea

According to a navigation warning notice released by China's Zhuhai Maritime Safety Administration, from May 19 to May 20, gun firing activities will be conducted daily from 09:00 to 15:00 in certain waters of South China Sea.
China ready to strengthen military-to-military relations with Russia: spokesperson

The Chinese military stands ready to work with the Russian side to further deepen strategic mutual trust, step up strategic communication, and expand practical cooperation, in order to strengthen the sound momentum of military-to-military relations, a Chinese defense spokesperson said Thursday.
China Coast Guard rescues Korean fishing vessel

The China Coast Guard successfully rescued a South Korean fishing vessel in distress in the East China Sea on Tuesday, which had eight fishermen on board, the CCG said on Thursday.
"China-Singapore Exercise Cooperation 2025" joint maritime exercise proceeds to maritime drill

On May 14, Chinese minesweeper/hunter Chishui (Hull 729) and guided-missile frigate Xuchang (Hull 536) began to conduct a maritime drill together with Singaporean navy's frigate RSS Steadfast (70) and mine countermeasure vessel RSS Bedok.
Nanjing Massacre survivor dies, only 26 registered survivors remain

Xie Guiying, a survivor of the Nanjing Massacre in east China born in September 1924, passed away on Thursday, reducing the number of living registered survivors to 26, according to the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
China launches space computing satellite constellation

China launched a Long March-2D carrier rocket on Wednesday, placing a new constellation of space computing satellites into orbit. The launch marks a significant advancement in the country's space-based computing capabilities.
Navigation warning: Military mission being conducted in Bohai Sea

According to a navigation warning notice released by China's Tangshan Maritime Safety Administration, from May 15 to May 16, and from May 19 to May 21, live-fire training will be held daily from 06:00 to 21:00 in certain waters of Bohai Sea.
Chinese peacekeepers provide free medical services to IDP camp in Juba

Recently, the 11th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry Battalion to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), together with the Chinese medical team in Africa, went to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in the mission area to provide free medical services to the local people.
China supports UN's core role in global security governance: defense minister

China's Minister of National Defense Dong Jun on Tuesday highlighted the importance of the United Nations peacekeeping efforts, reaffirming China's support for the UN's central role and its core position in global security governance.
China Coast Guard patrols territorial waters of Diaoyu Dao

The China Coast Guard (CCG) 1306 fleet patrolled the territorial waters of China's Diaoyu Dao on May 14. This is a rights-protection patrol activity carried out in accordance with the law, the CCG said in a statement.

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Army soldiers conduct combat support training exercise

Soldiers assigned to a brigade under the Chinese PLA 72nd Group Army repair and assemble the multiple launch rocket system during a combat support training exercise on April 27, 2025.

Chinese naval escort taskforce completes 1661st escort mission

The photo shows frigate Honghe (Hull 523) escorting cargo ship Zhen Hua 35 in the Gulf of Aden.

Z-20 utility helicopters lift off for training

Z-20 medium-lift utility helicopters attached to a brigade under the Chinese PLA 72nd Group Army fly in formation during a multi-subject training exercise on May 3, 2025.

Anti-aircraft gun systems blaze away

A PGZ-09 dual 35mm tracked self-propelled anti-aircraft gun system attached to an air-defense unit with a combined-arms regiment under the Chinese PLA Xinjiang Military Command fires at targets.

LCAC storms the shore

J-16 fighter jets in flight training

J-16 multi-role fighter jets attached to an aviation brigade with the air force under the Chinese PLA Eastern Theater Command taxi on the runway during a flight training exercise on April 25, 2025.

Fighter jets take off at twilight

A J-10 fighter jet attached to the Chinese PLA Air Force taxis on the runway during a round-the-clock flight training exercise, aiming to test the pilots' cooperative combat capabilities.

Chinese PLA Guard of Honor attends Russia's Victory Day parade

PLA naval vessels in multi-subject training

Chinese, Egyptian pilots join hands in "Eagles of Civilization 2025" joint air force training

The China-Egypt "Eagles of Civilization 2025" joint air force training concluded at an Egyptian air force base on May 4, 2025. Photo shows Chinese and Egyptian pilots walking side by side.

Opinions

No matter how hard he pushes 'green terror,' Lai Ching-te cannot hide his failure

As Lai Ching-te approaches the one-year mark of his term as the regional leader of Taiwan island, the DPP authorities have shown no sign of improving people's livelihoods or fostering cross-Strait peace. Instead, they are doubling down on their "green terror" campaign and using the "Lai Ching-te's 17 strategies" to undermine peaceful cross-Strait exchanges.

True 'joint commemoration' could begin only after Japan assumes its responsibility in WWII

A recent exhibition in Yokohama quietly exposed the horrific chemical warfare crimes of the Japanese Imperial Army in China. Disturbing photographs and artifacts reawakened a chapter Japan's authorities have long sought to bury.

Voices

Chinese defense spokesperson slams Lai Ching-te for distorting WWII history, betraying Chinese nation

A Chinese defense spokesperson on Thursday slammed Lai Ching-te for distorting WWII history and inserting separatist narratives in his recent remarks.

Philippines should stop risky infringements and provocations: Defense Spokesperson

"We urge the Philippine side to stop any risky infringements and provocations, and refrain from challenging China's firm resolve in safeguarding territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. Otherwise, it will only taste the bitter fruit of its own doing," said a Chinese defense spokesperson on Thursday.

Historical momentum toward national reunification unstoppable: mainland spokesperson

A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday pledged efforts to promote extensive solidarity with Taiwan compatriots to advance cross-Strait relations and create unstoppable momentum toward national reunification.

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Exchanges

Chinese defense minister holds talks with German counterpart

The Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun, who is currently on a visit to Germany at invitation, held talks with his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, on May 15.

Exercises

PLA Support Base in Djibouti carries out joint training with Djiboutian military

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Support Base in Djibouti carried out a four-day joint training exercise code-named "Cooperation 2025.04.FAD" with the Djiboutian military from April 27 to 30.

Weaponry Equipment

China's first Type 054B frigate Luohe commissioned

China's first Type 054B frigate, the Luohe, was commissioned in the People's Liberation Army Navy on Wednesday morning in a military port in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province.

Other

PLA Honor Guard set for Red Square parade

The PLA Honor Guard has prepared well to take part in the spectacular military parade that will mark the 80th anniversary celebrations of the victory of the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War on Friday in Moscow, Russia, in a demonstration of China's commitment to maintaining world peace.

MOOTW

Chinese military will deepen and expand its participation in UN peacekeeping operations: Defense Spokesperson

"Chinese military will continue to deepen and expand its participation in UN Peacekeeping Operations, and contribute more to the implementation of the Global Security Initiative and the building of a community with a shared future for mankind," said a Chinese defense spokesperson.

Chinese peacekeepers to Lebanon provide humanitarian medical assistance to local people

Recently, the 23rd Chinese Peacekeeping Level One Plus Hospital to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon conducted a medical outreach at a village in its mission area to provide free medical service to the local villagers.

UNMISS speaks highly of Chinese peacekeepers' combat readiness

The 11th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry Battalion to United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) was highly praised for excellent performance in various capability indicators during a comprehensive drill and assessment.

Chinese peacekeepers to Lebanon help South Korean counterparts neutralize expired high explosive ammunition

Recently, the 23rd Chinese peacekeeping multi-role engineering company to the UNIFIL dispatched an EOD team to help the South Korean peacekeeping troops neutralize expired high explosive ammunition.

47th Chinese naval escort taskforce conducts training in Gulf of Aden

The 47th Chinese naval escort taskforce conducted training in the Gulf of Aden on February 19.

47th Chinese naval escort taskforce completes multiple escort tasks

Early in the morning on Tuesday, the 47th Chinese naval escort taskforce completed its 1,658th escort task, safely escorting a merchant ship "Tianqi" to the designated waters.

Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark meets 46th Chinese naval escort taskforce in Gulf of Aden

The Chinese naval hospital ship Peace Ark, which is on the Mission Harmony-2024, met with the 46th Chinese naval escort taskforce in the Gulf of Aden while it was heading to Sri Lanka at around 7 p.m. on December 15, local time.

46th Chinese naval escort taskforce conducts joint maritime training with Egyptian Navy

The guided-missile destroyer Jiaozuo and the comprehensive supply ship Honghu attached to the 46th Chinese naval escort taskforce wrapped up their five-day goodwill visit to Egypt and departed from the Port of Alexandria on Monday morning.

Chinese military continues rescue efforts in area hit by landslides

Since the outbreak of the disaster, the rescue troops from the Chinese PLA, the PAP Force and the militias have been fighting in the frontline to conduct search and rescue operations.

PAP Soldiers Rush to Rescue in Landslide-hit Village

Soldiers assigned to the Chinese People's Armed Police (PAP) Force Sichuan Corps have rushed to the affected area to undertake on-site rescue operations.

Chinese Disaster Relief Troops Provide Hot Meals for Quake-affected People

At present, the post-disaster reconstruction is proceeding in an orderly manner. The disaster relief troops of Chinese military are carrying out debris removal, prefabricated house construction, medical tours and psychological consultation in the disaster-affected areas.

Chinese military helicopters transfer severely injured young man

PubuKelsang, a 26-year-old villager from Gabu Village, didn't take it seriously when he got injured in his right eye due to the aftershocks of a 6.8-magnitude earthquake that hit Xigaze City in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on January 7.

China-Pakistan "Warrior-VIII" joint counter-terrorism exercise concludes

The Chinese troops participating in the China-Pakistan "Warrior-VIII" joint counter-terrorism exercise returned to China by two Y-20 transport aircraft on December 14, local time.

China-Singapore joint military exercise concludes

China and Singapore have successfully concluded here the fifth edition of a bilateral training exercise at the Jurong Camp.

Great Wall- 2022 International Forum on Counter-terrorism kicks off in Beijing

The "Great Wall-2022" International Forum on Counter-terrorism sponsored by the Chinese People's Armed Police Force kicked off on Tuesday in Beijing. The forum, combining both on-line and off-line meetings, will conclude on August 31.

Int'l counter-terrorism forum "Great Wall-2022" to be held in Beijing

"Chinese People's Armed Police Force (PAP) is to host the International Forum on Counter-terrorism 'Great Wall-2022' in Beijing from August 30 to 31," said Senior Colonel Tan Kefei, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, at a regular press conference on Thursday.

Features

China's key role in WWII overlooked

China's resistance against Japanese aggression during World War II was a major contribution to the victory achieved by the Allied forces led by the United States, the Soviet Union and the United Kingdom. Yet 80 years after the end of the brutal war, China's role still remains poorly understood in the West, said Rana Mitter, a British historian and the author of the book Forgotten Ally: China's World War II, 1937-1945.

Main Eastern battlefield vital in WWII victory

The 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War this year has boosted Chinese people's pride for resisting the main forces of militarist Japan, playing a decisive role in the ultimate defeat of the fascist Japanese aggressors. The Asian battlefield played an equally important role as the European one in the war.

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Central Military Commission

Armed Forces

Int'l Media_{on China}

Watch Russian and Chinese Ships Striking 'Enemy Submarines' in Joint Drills

Russia's Ministry of Defense has published video footage of the Russian and Chinese joint naval exercises during the third maritime patrol in the Pacific Ocean.

Int'l Militaries_{on China}

Russian President meets with Chinese CMC Vice Chairman

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with the visiting Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission (CMC) General Zhang Youxia in Moscow on November 8, local time.

World Military News

Russia, Ukraine agree on large-scale POW swap, further talks in Istanbul

Roundup: Russia-Ukraine peace talks to be held in Istanbul amid lingering differences

Hamas says Israel indifferent to mediation efforts, wants "endless war"

Japan self-defense force jet disappears from radar: media

World Military Analysis

What signals does US-Houthi ceasefire deal send?

Given the relentless pressure on the Houthis of President Donald Trump after taking office, the news may appear unexpected to the international community. However, considering the core interests of both the US and the Houthis, as well as the roles played by countries such as Oman and Iran, the US-Houthi ceasefire deal also seems to follow a certain logic.

Uncertainty looms over US-Iran nuclear talks

The path of military threats and maximum pressure offers no resolution. Genuine political will and engagement in dialogue and negotiation are the proper course. However, the demand of the US for denuclearization directly contradicts Iran's insistence on sovereignty.