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China, Brazil decide to elevate ties in Xi, Lula meeting

China and Brazil decided on Wednesday to elevate their ties to the community with a shared future for a more just world and a more sustainable planet.

Pontoon troops ferry military vehicles across river

A propulsion boat attached to a pontoon unit under the Chinese PLA 71st Group Army tows a pontoon bridge carrying a military vehicle during a river-crossing engineering support training exercise on October 25, 2024.

J-16 multi-role fighter jet taxis on flightline

A J-16 multi-role fighter jet attached to an aviation regiment under the Chinese PLA Air Force taxis on the flightline during a round-the-clock flight training exercise on October 10th, 2024.

Military vehicles march in the field

A fleet of military vehicles attached to the Chinese PLA Xinjiang Military Command maneuver to the designated area for tactical coordination training.

Fast attack missile boats in maritime training

A fast attack missile boat attached to the Chinese PLA Navy sails at sea during a maritime training exercise on October 15, 2024.

Integrated anti-UAV operation system "Sky Dome"

China Electronics Technology Group Corporation showcased the newly upgraded integrated anti-UAV operation system "Sky Dome", which can effectively respond to close range, multi-directional, sudden attacks from various types of UAVs.

J-10C fighter jets fly towards designated area

Two J-10c fighter jets attached to an aviation brigade under the Chinese PLA Air Force fly in formation towards the designated area during a flight training exercise in early November, 2024.

Type-055 guided-missile destroyer sails at sea

Type-055 guided-missile destroyer Xianyang (Hull 108) attached to a naval destroyer flotilla under the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command steams to the designated sea area during a multi-subject maritime drill on October 20, 2024.

Pilot climbs into cockpit of J-10 fighter jet

A pilot assigned to an aviation brigade with the air force under the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command climbs into the cockpit of a J-10 fighter jet prior to a flight exercise on October 31st, 2024.

Domestically developed UAVs, unmanned aerial systems displayed at Airshow China

This photo taken on Nov. 13, 2024 shows equipments on display at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong Province.

Top Stories

Xi leaves Brasilia after G20 summit, state visit to Brazil

Chinese President Xi Jinping left Brasilia on Thursday after attending the 19th G20 Leaders' Summit and paying a state visit to Brazil.
Xi calls for ushering in next "Golden 50 Years" of China-Brazil relations

China is ready to join hands with Brazil in a spirit of perseverance and dedication to build a China-Brazil community with a shared future and usher in the next "Golden 50 Years" of China-Brazil relations, said Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday.
Chinese defense minister attends 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus

Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun attended and delivered a speech at 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) held in Vientiane, Laos on the morning of November 21st.
US responsible for failure of defense ministers' meeting at ADMM-Plus : Defense Spokesperson

"Chinese and US defense ministers failed to have a one-on-one meeting at the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) and the responsibility lies entirely with the US side," said Wu Qian on Thursday.
Chinese navy hospital ship "Peace Ark" makes technical stop in Algeria

he Chinese navy hospital ship "Peace Ark," currently on the Mission Harmony-2024, arrived at Algiers Port in Algeria on Thursday for a five-day technical stop.
China, Laos "Peace Train-2024" humanitarian medical rescue exercise wraps up

The China-Laos "PeaceTrain-2024" joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise concluded on November 21, local time, in Laos.
Chinese, Lao militaries conduct "Peace Train-2024" humanitarian medical rescue exercise

The China-Laos "Peace Train-2024" joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise kicked off on Wednesday at Phonhong Railway Station in Laos.
PLA Navy deputy commander calls for global collaboration on naval talent development

Deputy Commander of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy Ma Lixin called on global naval academies to share experiences and practices in institution development to cultivate talent that can safeguard national maritime rights and promote world peace.
Chinese troops arrive in Pakistan for Warrior-VIII

The last batch Chinese troops participating in China-Pakistan joint anti-terrorism exercise coded "Warrior-VIII" arrived in Pakistan on Monday, local time, by taking the Y-20 transport aircraft.
China-Singapore Exercise Cooperation-2024 joint army training kicks off

The China-Singapore Exercise Cooperation-2024 joint army training kicked off on Tuesday at a training base in central China's Henan Province. It marks the sixth event of the Exercise Cooperation joint army training series held by the two armies.
Int'l Cadets Science Week wraps up

The National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) held the International Cadets Science Week in Changsha City, central China's Hunan Province, from November 10 to 16.
PLA Navy fleet to visit Hong Kong for public events

A Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy fleet comprising the Hainan amphibious assault ship and the Changsha missile destroyer will visit Hong Kong from Nov. 21 to 25.
China-Laos "Peace Train-2024" joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise kicks off

The China-Laos "Peace Train-2024" joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise kicked off in Vientiane, capital city of Laos, on the morning of November 16.
Chinese, Pakistani militaries to hold joint anti-terrorism exercise

The Western Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army will send troops to Pakistan to participate in a joint anti-terrorism exercise from late November to mid-December, the Ministry of National Defense announced Tuesday.
Chinese navy's sailing training ship arrives in Hong Kong for technical stop

The Chinese PLA Navy's first sailing training ship Po Lang arrived in Hong Kong on Nov. 18 for a two-day technical stop.
15th Airshow China concludes with contracts worth over 280 billion yuan

The 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China 2024, concluded in Zhuhai City, south China's Guangdong Province, on the afternoon of November 17.

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China, Brazil decide to elevate ties in Xi, Lula meeting

China and Brazil decided on Wednesday to elevate their ties to the community with a shared future for a more just world and a more sustainable planet.

Pontoon troops ferry military vehicles across river

J-16 multi-role fighter jet taxis on flightline

A J-16 multi-role fighter jet attached to an aviation regiment under the Chinese PLA Air Force taxis on the flightline during a round-the-clock flight training exercise on October 10th, 2024.

Military vehicles march in the field

A fleet of military vehicles attached to the Chinese PLA Xinjiang Military Command maneuver to the designated area for tactical coordination training.

Fast attack missile boats in maritime training

A fast attack missile boat attached to the Chinese PLA Navy sails at sea during a maritime training exercise on October 15, 2024.

Integrated anti-UAV operation system "Sky Dome"

J-10C fighter jets fly towards designated area

Two J-10c fighter jets attached to an aviation brigade under the Chinese PLA Air Force fly in formation towards the designated area during a flight training exercise in early November, 2024.

Type-055 guided-missile destroyer sails at sea

Pilot climbs into cockpit of J-10 fighter jet

Domestically developed UAVs, unmanned aerial systems displayed at Airshow China

This photo taken on Nov. 13, 2024 shows equipments on display at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong Province.

Opinions

As Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates, when will peace talk come?

In the future, the direction of the Ukrainian crisis will mainly depend on whether Russia and the US can reach a compromise on key conditions. If Russia does not accept the US proposal, Trump may increase aid to Ukraine and the conflict will continue. Even if both parties agree to sit down and negotiate, it will be a long process before reaching an agreement.

Canada seeks to enhance its defense discourse

Canada's armed forces struggle to meet the demands of modern warfare, leaving the country at a disadvantage compared to other NATO members. This issue is particularly evident in naval construction, as Canada is currently unable to organize a fleet capable of securing the North Atlantic and Arctic regions.

Voices

China ready to deepen int'l cooperation on cross-border data flow: spokesperson

China stands ready to conduct and deepen exchanges and cooperation on cross-border data flow with other parties, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Chinese envoy calls for strong actions from UN Security Council in Middle East

A Chinese envoy said on Monday that it is unacceptable for the UN Security Council to remain at a standstill and inactive, as the situation in the Middle East remains extremely precarious.

Defense Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on Recent Media Queries Concerning the Military

On the afternoon of November 15th, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense Senior Colonel Zhang Xiaogang answered recent media queries concerning the military.

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Exchanges

China Coast Guard holds second high-level meeting with Russian Federal Security Service

The China Coast Guard (CCG) and the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) held the second high-level meeting in Beijing on Monday.

Exercises

China-Singapore Exercise Cooperation-2024 joint army training kicks off

The China-Singapore Exercise Cooperation-2024 joint army training kicked off on Tuesday at a training base in central China's Henan Province. It marks the sixth event of the Exercise Cooperation joint army training series held by the two armies.

Weaponry Equipment

China's large unmanned combat vessel "Orca" attracts wide attention

"Orca" is a 58-meter long, 23-meter wide, 4-meter deep, and 500-tonne high-speed stealth unmanned surface combat vessel.

Other

Medical aid, protection course concerning chemical weapons kicks off

The third Course on Medical Aspects of Assistance and Protection Against Chemical Weapons co-hosted by the Chinese government and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons kicked off on Monday morning at the Chinese PLA Air Force Medical University .

MOOTW

Chinese peacekeeping medical contingent in South Sudan (Wau) passes UN equipment inspection

Recently, the 14th Chinese Peacekeeping Level-II Hospital to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) passed the UN equipment inspection for the fourth quarter of 2024.

Chinese medical peacekeepers to Lebanon complete emergency defense drill

Recently, the 22nd Chinese Peacekeeping Level-1+ Hospital to the UNIFIL successfully completed the "Blue Porcupine 2024" emergency defense drill organized by the UNIFIL Sector East amid the ongoing conflicts in the mission area.

Chinese peacekeepers upgrade airport facility in South Sudan

Recently, the 14th Chinese Peacekeeping Horizontal Engineering Company to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan accomplished the Wau City Airport infrastructure upgrade and renovation task.

120 Chinese peacekeepers awarded UN Peace Medal of Honor

Recently, all 120 peacekeepers of the fourth Chinese Peacekeeping Military Utility Helicopter Unit to the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei were awarded the UN Peace Medal of Honor.

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 naval frigate Xuchang makes technical stop in Cape Town

The guided-missile frigate Xuchang attached to the 46th Chinese naval escort taskforce made a technical stop in Cape Town, South Africa, from May 16 to 19, for replenishment and rest.

45th Chinese naval escort taskforce returns to Qingdao

The 45th Chinese naval escort taskforce successfully returned to a military port in the coastal city of Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, after a 249-day mission, on May 17.

45th Chinese naval escort taskforce arrives in Seychelles for friendly visit

The 45th Chinese naval escort taskforce arrived at port of Victoria in Seychelles on April 18 for a five-day goodwill visit.

PLA, PAP, and militias act promptly for emergency rescue in Inner Mongolia

A dike breach occurred following recent torrential rains at about 12:40 p.m. Tuesday at the left bank section of the Laoha River in Chifeng City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

PLA, PAP, militias fight on frontline of disaster relief

In the past few days, under the impact of Typhoon Gaemi, several areas in Guangdong and Hunan provinces have been suffering floods and geological disasters caused by continuous heavy rainfall.

Over 700 officers, soldiers of PLA Southern Theater Command head for flood-hit region

More than 700 officers and soldiers from the airforce of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command departed for Yueyang, central China's Hunan Province, on Sunday to undertake flood relief and rescue operations.

PLA, PAP, militias fight on frontline of flood control, disaster relief

The Chinese PLA, the Chinese PAP Force and militias have devoted themselves to emergency rescue tasks on the frontline.

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.

PAP conducts joint counter-terrorism exercise in Yunnan

Recently, a mobile detachment under the People's Armed Police (PAP) Force Yunnan Contingent conducted a large-scale joint counter-terrorism exercise involving multiple specialties.

Features

China's large unmanned combat vessel "Orca" attracts wide attention

"Orca" is a 58-meter long, 23-meter wide, 4-meter deep, and 500-tonne high-speed stealth unmanned surface combat vessel.

China's first female carrier aircraft pilots debut at Airshow China

At the ongoing Airshow China in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong Province, the Chinese Navy introduced two members of its first batch of female carrier-based aircraft pilot trainees, namely Han Meng and Wang Mengdi.

CMC

Central Military Commission

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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 fires first ICBM at Ukraine: Kiev

U.S. vetoes Security Council resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza

Israel, Hezbollah trade fire as truce hopes rekindled

Kremlin warns US over missile decision

World Military Analysis

As Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates, when will peace talk come?

Political calculations behind the Philippines' wrongful laws

The South China Sea should be a sea of peace, friendship and cooperation. However, the actions taken by the Philippines go against the shared desire of the people in the region and have turned the Philippines into a major disruptor of regional peace and stability.