Many of those involved feel profound ‘guilt and shame’ over the lives lost in Beijing 30 years ago, according to two former PLA officers.

Ex-foreign minister Jason Hu says self-ruled island should maintain peaceful engagement with mainland while edging closer to United States.

Patrick ­Shanahan’s address to Singapore security forum signals Washington’s willingness to ­engage with Beijing, Chinese colonel says

Washington’s support for Taipei sends ‘wrong message’ to independence-leaning forces on self-ruled island, Lieutenant General Shao Yuanming says at Shangri-La Dialogue.

Having the capability to win wars the best way to deter aggressive behaviour in Indo-Pacific, official says at Shangri-La Dialogue.

Lee Hsien Loong tells the Shangri-La Dialogue that ‘when the lines start to get drawn, everybody asked, are you my friend or not my friend? And that makes it difficult.’

Wei Fenghe meets US counterpart Patrick Shanahan on sidelines of regional security forum in Singapore, with both sides describing talks as ‘constructive’.

Beijing upgrades representation at Shangri-La Dialogue, with delegation led by Defence Minister Wei Fenghe.

Technological and strategic barriers are also giving PLA Navy pause for thought, analysts say.

Peter Salovey urges US authorities to clarify any concerns about scholarly exchanges, saying unease is growing among students and researchers.

Observers will be watching to see if General Wei Fenghe holds talks with his American counterpart.

Advanced warships will boost PLA Navy’s operational capabilities but its focus may soon shift to improving training and logistics.

China’s growing international reach adding to mistrust and fuelling US fears of being replaced as world leaders, observers say.

Researchers say they have developed a ceramic-metal composite that can withstand temperatures up to 3,000 degrees Celsius.

Foreign ministry spokesman says Beijing ‘expressed concern’ to Washington over the transit – a move that usually provokes a stronger reaction.

Exercise shows Beijing is keen to boost its influence in region amid growing US activity, analyst says.

Source says Beijing feels US egged France into making contentious passage and China had expected its guests to understand sensitivities over the waterway.

Vessel among several open to the public in Qingdao for two days to mark the 70th anniversary of the Chinese navy.

Poor weather compounds low-key feel to event as Chinese military seeks to address concerns about its growing strength.

President urges naval forces around the world to work together to settle disputes.

Thirty-two Chinese warships and 39 aircraft will take part in naval parade in Yellow Sea on Tuesday, along with nearly 20 foreign vessels.

Military sources say leadership hopes move out of capital will help to improve combat readiness and reduce cronyism.

Once it starts production, liquefied natural gas will be transported to CNOOC’s terminal in Zhuhai to supply energy to the Greater Bay Area.

Border patrol unit signed agreement with China Mobile to build country’s first 5G checkpoint at Yunfeng Reservoir, according to mainland Chinese media.

Taipei says deal is proceeding despite reports Washington had shelved it pending its trade negotiations with Beijing.

Philippines’ foreign ministry weighs in on controversy over presence of Chinese fleet near contested Thitu Island.

Chinese fighter pilot Wang Wei died after his jet collided with a US spy plane near Hainan Island in an incident that ‘set off many changes’ for the PLA.

The country’s leadership is reviewing a list of weapons but the final line-up could depend in part on relations with the United States, sources say.

France and Russia may send aircraft carriers to join China’s flat tops in show of military might and amity as Beijing polishes its image as rising power.

Cai Peihui, representing self-ruled island at legislative session, also says mainland will not hesitate to ‘liberate’ Taiwan if it declares independence.