Opinions - China Military

Why does the US remain so fixated on Greenland?: Observers generally believe that one of the main reasons behind the persistent interest of the US in Greenland lies in its abundant reserves of oil, natural gas, and rare earth minerals, which are critical for renewable energy, traditional energy industries, and military manufacturing.

01-24 20:59:16

The Philippines should work with China to continue managing South China Sea disputes through dialogue: China and the Philippines should draw on their experiences and work together to explore solutions for the proper management and resolution of the South China Sea disputes. The maritime disputes between China and the Philippines have experienced numerous setbacks, compounded by complex factors such as interference from external powers like the US and the illegitimate ruling of the South China Sea arbitration.

01-23 22:07:56

Japan strengthens "active cyber defense" capabilities: Japan has been steadily expanding its cyber warfare capabilities in recent years under the pretext of safeguarding cybersecurity. This obsessive focus on cyberspace and cybersecurity reflects the radicalization of Japan's national security perspective.

01-22 18:41:45

Palestine-Israel ceasefire agreement: a truce but not an end to war: The ceasefire agreement was finally reached after prolonged and arduous negotiations. It has temporarily eased the tense standoff between Israel and Hamas. However, while the agreement has pressed the "pause button" on this round of intense conflict, its potential to bring lasting peace to the region remains uncertain.

01-22 17:02:04

Chinese military conducts sea-air combat readiness patrols in South China Sea, 'directly targeting the Philippines' provocative moves': Manila's slew of moves again demonstrate the inconsistency between the Philippines' words and actions, as instead of cooling down tensions in the South China Sea, it has instead escalated the conflict.

01-22 11:33:09

Palestinian-Israeli ceasefire agreement: a heavy price and a fragile peace: While the Palestinian side bears heavy losses, Israel also faces a severe internal and external crisis. The reaching of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas undoubtedly offers a faint glimmer of peace amid the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East at the beginning of 2025.

01-17 19:10:58

Is Australia willing to serve as a 'beachhead' for the US?: With the thawing of China-Australia relations, the US is growing anxious. Even the Australian media has noticed this: "McCaul's remarks add to impressions that with Republicans controlling Washington, Australia may be asked to do more to challenge China in the Asia-Pacific, despite the stabilization of relations achieved by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese."

01-16 23:31:04

Libya faces challenging national reconciliation process: The two Libyan governments have generally coexisted peacefully since the signing of the ceasefire agreement. However, tensions resurface whenever core issues such as presidential and parliamentary elections arise. Achieving genuine national reconciliation in Libya will require sustained efforts from all parties involved.

01-16 19:51:03

"Quad" joint coast guards' training will only disrupt Asia-Pacific: The "Quad" summit held in the US on September 22 last year used the strongest language to address China's activities in the so-called Indo-Pacific region and expressed grave concerns over the situations in the South China Sea and East China Sea, including grave concerns over the so-called militarization of islands and reefs and the "coercive actions" in the South China Sea.

01-16 18:59:22

US must respect China's core interests on Taiwan: Ironically, the US president-elect doesn't genuinely value Taiwan, often mocking it as a mere tip of a Sharpie compared to the Chinese mainland's Resolute Desk. However, the Chinese mainland should always be prepared because Washington has been using Taiwan separatists as a pawn to counter Beijing.

01-15 18:04:57

Expulsion of Western troops by multiple countries signals "second awakening" of Africa: Using the pretext of the rise of terrorism in the Sahel region, France and the US have increased their military presence in Africa in recent years. However, the paradox that greater counter-terrorism efforts do not always lead to a decrease in terrorist activities has led many African countries to believe that the West is using the fight against terrorism as a pretext to solidify their military presence in the region.

01-15 12:51:53

Reconstruction of Syria faces a myriad of challenges: The prospects for political integration remain uncertain. Whether the transitional government can unite the fragmented political forces and balance the interests of various factions, ethnic groups, and sects in Syria will directly affect the prospects of the political transition.

01-14 20:35:08

The Philippines hypes up China Coast Guard vessel to stir up regional situation: It can be seen that the real "monster" is not actually a Chinese vessel, but ulterior motives in the hearts of a few Filipino politicians and the forces behind them. It is the sinister ambition of those who attempt to stir up the situation, manipulate public opinion, and undermine peace.

01-14 18:22:14

US exploits hacking allegations to stir up tensions in South China Sea: China is a victim of cyberattacks, not a perpetrator. While the US will likely continue this smear campaign, the international community will see more clearly its ugly double standards and disinformation drive, and it will not disrupt China's progress or development and but will strengthen China's determination to safeguard national security and territorial sovereignty.

01-12 22:28:20

Japan's defense budget hits record high: The Japanese government recently approved the fiscal 2025 budget at a cabinet meeting, with the defense budget reaching a record 8.70 trillion yen ($55 billion), a 9.4% increase from fiscal year 2024. Since fiscal year 2023, Japan's defense budget has consecutively surpassed the 6 trillion, 7 trillion, and 8 trillion yen thresholds, increasing significantly year after year.

01-10 17:29:48

The US-Japan-South Korea alliance unstable, 'strange bedfellows': US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is traveling to South Korea, Japan and France from Saturday to Thursday. Many foreign media analyses suggest that the visit aims to solidify President Joe Biden's political legacy in terms of the US' "Indo-Pacific Strategy" and strengthen relations with Asian allies such as South Korea and Japan.

01-09 21:41:47