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MILITARYAug 12Star Wars - China harbors military ambitions in spaceChina is reported to harbor military ambitions in space. This suggests a growing geopolitical concern regarding military development beyond Earth.chinanationalnews.com · China
MILITARYAug 12China , Indonesia plan joint exercise east of TaiwanChina and Indonesia are planning a joint military exercise in an area east of Taiwan. This matters as it indicates military cooperation between the two nations and occurs in a geopolitically sensitive region.taipeitimes.com · Taiwan
MILITARYAug 11In Focus | Beyond the numbers : why China carrier force wont copy the US modelThis article analyzes China's carrier force development, explaining why it will not replicate the US model. It discusses strategic differences in naval power.scmp.com · China
MILITARYAug 11No slow encroachment in Arunachal Pradesh by China , Army and ITBP geared up to dominate the border : SourcesSources indicate no slow encroachment by China in Arunachal Pradesh, with the Indian Army and ITBP prepared to control the border. This addresses ongoing concerns regarding border integrity and defense.indiagazette.com · India
MILITARYAug 11Beyond the numbers: why China’s carrier force won’t copy the US modelHaving marked its 99th anniversary on August 1, the People’s Liberation Army is now just a year away from its centenary goals, with its evolution highlighting the past, present and future of China’s military strategy. In the sixth part of a series, Gabriel Dominguez looks at Beijing’s evolving aircraft carrier doctrine. Debate over China’s aircraft carrier ambitions has long centred on how many carriers it will build, with the Pentagon last year estimating that Beijing planned to expand its...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 11Why submarine attacks may prove to be the Achilles’ heel for China’s new carrier fleetChina’s rapidly expanding aircraft carrier fleet may be vulnerable to attack from submarines – an area where its defensive capacity lags behind that of the United States – according to a new report. This gap is drawing increasing attention as Beijing builds more sophisticated carriers and sends them deeper into the western Pacific, where the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN)’s knowledge of the undersea environment continues to lag behind that of the US Navy. A recent report from the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 11Chinese national pleads guilty to trying to export US military equipment to ChinaA Chinese national has pleaded guilty to attempting to illegally export US military equipment to China. This case highlights concerns about technology transfer and national security.scmp.com · China
MILITARYAug 11UK naval drones had components that transmitted data to Chinachinatechnews.com · China
MILITARYAug 11When Mecca Comes to Asim : Munir is seeking to build a military supply arc from Turkiye to ChinaMunir is reportedly working to establish a military supply arc stretching from Turkiye to China. This indicates a significant development in international military logistics and alliances.chinatechnews.com · China
MILITARYAug 10UK Navy surveillance drones secretly sent signals to China : Reportdailysabah.com · Turkey
MILITARYAug 10Powerful anti-drone laser spotted on PLA amphibious ship in South China SeaChina’s most advanced laser weapon has been spotted aboard a Type 071 amphibious landing ship in the South China Sea, adding near-shore anti-drone capabilities to a family of warships vital for potential conflicts in sensitive waters, according to analysts. In a People’s Liberation Army joint air and naval drill at Scarborough Shoal on August 1, a shipborne laser weapon believed to be the Liaoyuan-1 (LY-1) was seen on the Qilianshan, making it the latest large surface vessel so far equipped with...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 10Taiwan holds military drills to prepare for invasion by ChinaTaiwan holds military drills to prepare for invasion by ChinaAl Jazeera [en]
MILITARYAug 9Informes del Ejército alertan del riesgo para la seguridad de la fábrica de China en Ferrol: "Es una amenaza"El Mundo
MILITARYAug 9Could low US weapons stockpile levels lead to war with Russia , China ? jpost.com · Israel
MILITARYAug 9Militarizing Japan calls for global vigilance : China Daily editorialA China Daily editorial suggests that Japan's militarization necessitates global vigilance. This indicates geopolitical concerns and potential shifts in regional military balances.global.chinadaily.com.cn · China
MILITARYAug 9Taiwan : Hellscape strategy : How Taiwan plans to use drones to stop China in its trackstimesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
MILITARYAug 7Is Japan eyeing Ukraine-style asymmetric warfare against China in defence shift?Japan’s latest defence white paper’s emphasis on adaptivity and scale of drones signals its intention to seek asymmetric capabilities against China in the event of a conflict, while drawing lessons from Ukraine, according to experts. The 610-page document released on Tuesday highlights the need to integrate unmanned systems, artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies across the Japan Self-Defence Forces as Tokyo confronts an increasingly complex security environment. While...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 7How Can U.S. Special Operations Forces Help Defeat China on Taiwan?It is conceivable that in one blistering campaign, the People’s Republic of China could invade, occupy, and forcibly annex Taiwan. One question would dominate the post-occupation debate: “What more could have been done?” The obvious answers will be better intelligence, bigger exercises, more weapons. One underexamined answer is a different model for U.S. special operations forces advising.The United States has spent decades using rotational military teams to train foreign partners. This approach is sustainable and useful for specific tactical tasks, but it is poorly suited toWar on the Rocks
MILITARYAug 6Has China’s missile force got America’s Kadena base in Japan in its sights?Chinese state television has broadcast rare footage apparently showing the US Air Force’s Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan as a target of the PLA’s missile force. During an episode of the CCTV documentary Securing Victory on Monday, a satellite image of an airbase was seen in the background as People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force officers discussed an exercise and combat scenarios. The image – which was slightly out of focus – showed an airfield surrounded by urban development. The layout of...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 5China’s Palantir? Private tech firms surge into defence AI, aiming to match US giantsThe People’s Liberation Army is just a year away from its centenary goals in its evolution into a “world-class” fighting force. In this part of a series, Amber Wang looks at the growing influence of artificial intelligence in combat and the private firms stepping into the area. Roughly two months before the United States launched air strikes on Iran, a little-known Chinese technology company was watching an unusual pattern emerge on its screens. Drawing on open-source intelligence and artificial...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 5China competition looms large in 2027 US defence billEven as Congress remains divided over the latest US defence bill, lawmakers in both parties remain united on one issue: China. The National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA), which sets US defence policy and authorises military spending each year, reflects a broad bipartisan consensus on expanding Washington’s military, technological and economic rivalry with Beijing. While the House and Senate versions differ on a number of provisions, both include new measures on Taiwan, artificial...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 5Covering the Cost : The cost of defense in the Pacific region and competition with ChinaThis article examines the financial aspects of defense in the Pacific region, particularly in the context of competition with China. It sheds light on strategic military expenditures in a key geopolitical area.hawaiinewsnow.com · United States
MILITARYAug 5Japan tests long-range Type 12 missile as counterstrike capability against China growsJapan’s efforts to build a long-range capability to strike Chinese warships reached a milestone last week as flight testing began for the air-launched variant of its upgraded Type 12 anti-ship missile, a weapon with a reported range of about 1,000km (620 miles). Photographs taken by aviation enthusiasts on July 30 at Gifu airbase in central Japan show a Mitsubishi F-2B fighter carrying two inert examples of the missile beneath its wings, marking the first public confirmation of a flight...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 5China grip on drone components complicates Europe defence self - reliance - and effort to arm UkraineChina's control over drone components complicates Europe's efforts to achieve defense self-reliance and supply Ukraine. This highlights a strategic challenge in military supply chains and international relations.channelnewsasia.com · United States