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11/23/2024 09:10:51 pm

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Obsolete

HJ-8, China’s Primary Anti-Tank Guided Missile, is Obsolete

While the armor thickness of the Type 96 is classified, it's known to be less effective and not as thick as the Chobham armor protecting the M1 Abrams.

Stronger

F-35 Stealth Fighter will Revive Japanese Militarism, Alleges China Armed Forces Website

JSDF's strategic focus will now move from the north, where it once guarded against threats from Russia, to the southwest where it stands ready to confront China,

World beater?

China Goes on Propaganda Offensive Promoting its Very Long Range Air-to-Air Missile

In November 2016, Chinese state-run media first revealed the existence of VLRAAM, which it claims is the world's longest range air-to-air missile.

Stronger PLA

Xi Takes Steps to Strengthen PLA Fighting Power

The commission will decide and coordinate affairs on civil-military integration.

In Asia

Chinese Pundits Warn of War if U.S. Continues Opposing China’s Claim to own the South China Sea

"Tillerson's statement from two weeks ago was too arrogant."

No love for China

Japan and US Holding War Games to Deal with Chinese Invasion of Taiwan

In August 2016, the Republic of China Armed Forces (ROCAF) held its largest military exercise ever.

Smarter?

China's Armed Forces Bills Itself as Force for World Peace; will Keep Pushing Reforms

Admiral Guan said the PLA will push forward reforms this year.

China Denies US' Accusation of  Conducting Cyber Warfare Operations in Beijing Hotels

China Denies US' Accusation of Conducting Cyber Warfare Operations in Beijing Hotels

China on Friday vehemently denied the US' accusation that the Chinese military has been launching cyber attacks against Washington using two hotels in Beijing as their headquarters.

Not stealthy

China’s Military Lists Weapons the United States Should Fear

2016 "saw great strides for the Chinese military, with numerous achievements related to weaponry and equipment."

Now in China

China will Buy no More Russian-made Jets and Other Russian Combat Aircraft

The PLAAF said its Su-35Ss have thrust vectoring engines that can point in different directions for increased maneuverability.

Long March 7

China Plans Record 30 Space Launch Missions in 2017; US had 60 in 2016

If achieved, this year will be the busiest in the history of China's space program since its start in 1960.

Unproven

China Warns of World War III if Sea Battles Erupt in South China Sea

"As missile technologies advance, aircraft carriers are not the last bargaining chip between big powers."

The company’s managing director in Greater China, Kathy Chen tweeted her decision through 12 messages on the social media site.

Twitter’s China Head Kathy Chen Quits After 8 Months

Twitter continues to face issues as its China head announced her departure after assuming the position only 8 months earlier. The company's managing director in Greater China, Kathy Chen tweeted her decision through 12 messages on the social media site.

High-Ranking Chinese Military General Under Probe for Corruption

High-Ranking Chinese Military General Under Probe for Corruption

A high-ranking Chinese military general is under investigation for graft. This is the first highest active military official to be involved in a corruption probe since Chinese President Xi Jinping commenced his war against corruption upon assuming office in 2013.

Fast tracker

China’s Plan to Land Probe on Mars in first Mars Mission Confirms Role Played by Chinese Spy that Worked for NASA

ASPRS praised Li for his "unique leading position in planetary mapping."

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