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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.
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.
But arms exports grew by just 2.7 per cent in 2014-18 from the previous five years, according to Stockholm International Peace Research Institute report.
But arms exports grew by just 2.7 per cent in 2014-18 from the previous five years, according to Stockholm International Peace Research Institute report.
Israeli satellite images show Liaoning at Qingdao after refit, while China’s home-built Type 001A is expected to join navy’s big show in April.
Israeli satellite images show Liaoning at Qingdao after refit, while China’s home-built Type 001A is expected to join navy’s big show in April.
Shares in JF-17 maker’s sister company surge after former Pakistani officer’s tweet claiming the jets were used in Kashmir flare-up – which, if confirmed, would be their first successful operation in real combat.
Shares in JF-17 maker’s sister company surge after former Pakistani officer’s tweet claiming the jets were used in Kashmir flare-up – which, if confirmed, would be their first successful operation in real combat.
Liaoning has just undergone a nine-month refit, while flight system of new warship the Type 001A is expected to be put to test.
Liaoning has just undergone a nine-month refit, while flight system of new warship the Type 001A is expected to be put to test.
Politburo member Yang Jiechi says Chinese weapons are defensive and don’t pose a threat.
Politburo member Yang Jiechi says Chinese weapons are defensive and don’t pose a threat.
The United States is considering a 25 per cent domestic production quota for national security reasons, sending 6.5 million kilogram back to the global market.
The United States is considering a 25 per cent domestic production quota for national security reasons, sending 6.5 million kilogram back to the global market.
Next-generation missile with improved accuracy launched during military drill in bid ‘to reinforce the notion the PLA has the capability to sink US carriers and inflict unacceptable damage on American forces’.
Next-generation missile with improved accuracy launched during military drill in bid ‘to reinforce the notion the PLA has the capability to sink US carriers and inflict unacceptable damage on American forces’.
The US Defence Intelligence Agency says Chinese rules forcing foreign business partners to divulge technical secrets has led to major military advances in China.
The US Defence Intelligence Agency says Chinese rules forcing foreign business partners to divulge technical secrets has led to major military advances in China.
Long-range missiles can carry nuclear or conventional warheads and strike medium to large vessels up to 4,000km away.
Long-range missiles can carry nuclear or conventional warheads and strike medium to large vessels up to 4,000km away.
Russia is proud of its successful launch of a hypersonic nuclear-capable glider, and has sold the S-400 air defence system to both China and India.
Russia is proud of its successful launch of a hypersonic nuclear-capable glider, and has sold the S-400 air defence system to both China and India.
Type 15 has better mobility than other PLA tanks and will strengthen combat readiness in sensitive regions such as Tibet and plateau border, analysts say.
Type 15 has better mobility than other PLA tanks and will strengthen combat readiness in sensitive regions such as Tibet and plateau border, analysts say.
PLA Rocket Force reportedly shot down ‘simulated ballistic target’ almost 250km away and moving at 3km per second.
PLA Rocket Force reportedly shot down ‘simulated ballistic target’ almost 250km away and moving at 3km per second.
‘Milestone’ advance on China’s hi-tech goals was a result of cooperation with a Russian company, a shipbuilding source said.
‘Milestone’ advance on China’s hi-tech goals was a result of cooperation with a Russian company, a shipbuilding source said.
Several key pieces that could significantly improve the capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army are expected to be completed or delivered next year.
Several key pieces that could significantly improve the capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army are expected to be completed or delivered next year.
Firms have been quick to seize opportunity created by Washington’s tighter controls, with Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and UAE among known buyers.
Firms have been quick to seize opportunity created by Washington’s tighter controls, with Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and UAE among known buyers.
Small central African nation becomes first foreign armed forces known to be equipped with ‘Red Arrow’ anti-tank missiles.
Small central African nation becomes first foreign armed forces known to be equipped with ‘Red Arrow’ anti-tank missiles.
Military training command says it has been ordered to provide ‘full-scale, realistic aircraft and vehicle mock-ups for multiple Marine Corps bases’.
Military training command says it has been ordered to provide ‘full-scale, realistic aircraft and vehicle mock-ups for multiple Marine Corps bases’.
The Chinese military is building a test facility to simulate thermonuclear explosions on a much greater scale than comparable US centres.
The Chinese military is building a test facility to simulate thermonuclear explosions on a much greater scale than comparable US centres.
Integration between the armed forces and private sector is meant to cut costs and advance technology but it has also raised suspicions overseas.
Integration between the armed forces and private sector is meant to cut costs and advance technology but it has also raised suspicions overseas.
Authorities honour and give prize money to a Chinese farmer for finding an underwater drone on a beach near his village.
Authorities honour and give prize money to a Chinese farmer for finding an underwater drone on a beach near his village.
Beijing should join an expanded accord so that its missiles are bound by it, says Jens Stoltenberg, who warns Russia’s missiles are endangering the treaty.
Beijing should join an expanded accord so that its missiles are bound by it, says Jens Stoltenberg, who warns Russia’s missiles are endangering the treaty.
The US is particularly concerned about super-fast guided missiles under development in China that could put US ships and bases at risk in Asia
The US is particularly concerned about super-fast guided missiles under development in China that could put US ships and bases at risk in Asia
For hard-core enthusiasts paying extra for an early bird ticket intended for industry representatives is money well spent.
For hard-core enthusiasts paying extra for an early bird ticket intended for industry representatives is money well spent.
An upgraded version of China’s J-10 fighter jet stole the limelight at the country’s biggest air show this week, showcasing manoeuvrability and combat capability that, until now, were the preserve of the United States and Russia.
An upgraded version of China’s J-10 fighter jet stole the limelight at the country’s biggest air show this week, showcasing manoeuvrability and combat capability that, until now, were the preserve of the United States and Russia.
Russia’s prospects for arms sales to China remain undiminished by US sanctions after the countries signed new weapons contracts at China’s major air show.
Russia’s prospects for arms sales to China remain undiminished by US sanctions after the countries signed new weapons contracts at China’s major air show.
The CH-7 is a high-speed machine capable of carrying out a range of missions including air combat, and set to enter mass production in 2022.
The CH-7 is a high-speed machine capable of carrying out a range of missions including air combat, and set to enter mass production in 2022.
A purpose-built engine for China’s new generation stealth fighter jet has not gone on display as planned at the country’s biggest air show after it failed reliability tests, according to military insiders.
A purpose-built engine for China’s new generation stealth fighter jet has not gone on display as planned at the country’s biggest air show after it failed reliability tests, according to military insiders.
Developer announces successful test flight of the Morning Star, which is designed to stay in the air for months.
Developer announces successful test flight of the Morning Star, which is designed to stay in the air for months.