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Make every penny count for combat, China’s military told in countdown to Lunar New Year
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to improve combat training and readiness, particularly focusing on closing funding loopholes and fixing combat readiness issues re...
China’s SDV sub exporting gray-zone warfare to the Gulf
China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) has unveiled an underwater commando craft, known as a Small Diving Unit (SDU), in Saudi Arabia, demonstrating the integration of special operations with its...
‘China shock’: Germany struggles as key market turns into business rival
Germany recorded its largest annual trade deficit with China last year, amounting to approximately €89 billion ($106 billion), according to preliminary figures. This represents a shift from China bein...
50 Stealth Bombers? The Nightmare Scenario of a Massed Chinese H-20 Nuclear Strike
The article discusses the Xi'an H-20 stealth bomber as a strategic concern for 2026 despite not yet being operational. While resembling the B-21 Raider in its flying-wing design, the H-20 faces challe...
The U.S. Navy’s Biggest Fear: The Aircraft Carrier ‘Could Go to The Bottom’ in an Iran War
A potential conflict between the US and Iran presents significant threats to American naval assets, particularly aircraft carriers. The concern arises due to alleged cooperation between China and Iran...
‘Don’t allow deception to become reality’ on Taiwan, says Congressman John Moolenaar
Congressman John Moolenaar urged the United States to actively counter Chinese Communist Party's false narratives regarding Taiwan in international forums....
‘Not There Yet’: China’s New Xi’an H-20 Stealth Bomber Has a Problem
General Stephen L. Davis of the Air Force Global Strike Command has described the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) as a 'regional bomber force at best,' underscoring that China’s H-20 stealt...
CIA post new video to recruit Chinese military officers as informants
The CIA has released a new video targeting potential informants among mid-level officers in the Chinese military. This move comes weeks after China's top general was removed and is part of an ongoing ...
China Is Building a 100-aircraft “Supercarrier” To Rival the U.S. Navy
China's naval expansion has reached a significant milestone with the near completion of sea trials for its Type 003 Fujian aircraft carrier, which is transitioning from ski-jump decks to a flat-top de...
Taiwan tensions poised to be primary flashpoint of Donald Trump’s Beijing agenda
Analysts predict that Taiwan will be the most critical and contentious issue during US President Donald Trump's upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The discussion on trade is expected,...
Memory price surge of ‘more than 600%’ squeezes China’s device makers
China's electronics industry faces significant challenges due to surging memory component prices, impacting smartphone and broadband equipment makers. Analysis by industry analysts TrendForce and Coun...
China’s New Flying Wing Xi’an H-20 Stealth Bomber Is ‘Frozen In Time’
Despite progress on China’s Chengdu J-36 sixth-generation fighter with four prototypes already airborne by late 2025, the development of the H-20 stealth bomber is described as stagnant. According to ...
10, 9, 8 ... rocket test puts China neck and neck with US in moon race
China recently conducted an eight-minute rocket test from Hainan province, showcasing two critical components of its crewed lunar system: an escape mechanism for the Mengzhou crew capsule and a comple...
Rutte says Trump has ‘a big point’ on Arctic security
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte endorsed US President Donald Trump's perspective on Arctic security, noting that NATO is intensifying its efforts in the High North due to increased Russian and Chine...
Chinese premier tours rare earths production hub amid rising US tech rivalry
During a visit to Ganzhou, China's Premier Li Qiang emphasized consolidating the country's advantages in rare earth mining and accelerating innovation in frontier technologies like AI as part of prepa...
China’s demographic crisis has moved from theory to fact
China's demographic crisis has shifted from theoretical projections to observable reality based on official statistics and societal impacts. In January 2026, China recorded its lowest birth rate since...
US-China trade war truce could help break-up efforts
Sources suggest that U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping may extend the October trade war truce between their countries for up to a year during Trump's planned visit to Beijin...
NATO Begins 'Arctic Guardians' To Counter Trump's Greenland Possession Ambitions and Threats From China and Russia
As part of efforts to prevent potential aggressive actions by the US towards Greenland, NATO has initiated a new program called 'Arctic Guardians'. The initiative is aimed at safeguarding against incr...
Taiwan leader warns countries in region are ‘next’ in case of China attack
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen warned that Japan, the Philippines, and other Indo-Pacific nations would be under threat if China were to attack Taiwan. This statement underscores the interconnectedn...
Japan steps up deep-sea mining plan to cut rare-earth dependence
Japan plans to accelerate its decade-old initiative for deep-sea mining in an effort to reduce dependency on Chinese supply of rare earth minerals....
World-leading computational biology pioneer Bao Zhirong returns to China from US
Renowned computational biologist Bao Zhirong has returned to China after 30 years in the United States to take a full-time position at Shenzhen's Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech...
Trump and Xi expected to extend trade truce at Beijing summit
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are planning to meet in Beijing early April to extend the existing U.S.-China trade truce for up to a year. This truce, agreed upon last October...
Finding Trump-Beijing balance may prove Takaichi’s big challenge
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi won Japan's historic election, becoming the first woman leader of her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and securing a landslide victory with the most seats for any single p...
How Takaichi’s landslide victory will reshape China-Japan security
Japan's House of Representatives election resulted in a significant victory for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), securing 316 seats. This outcome will impact Sino-Japane...
Trump Orders Pentagon to Procure Coal Power in AI Arms Race with China
U.S. President Donald Trump has mandated that the Department of Defense purchase coal power for military facilities as part of an increasing competition in artificial intelligence capabilities between...
China’s New H-20 Strategic Stealth Bomber ‘Cut Down to Size’ in 1 Word
While China's rumored H-20 stealth bomber is expected soon based on unverified 2026 imagery suggesting a flying-wing prototype similar to the B-2 Spirit and B-21 Raider, US Air Force Global Strike Com...
What will headline the Xi-Trump summit? Former US envoy weighs in
Former US Ambassador to Beijing Nicholas Burns anticipates that economic issues will be central at the upcoming US-China summit between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping. He advises focusing on sustaini...
Leaked letter exposes fault lines in Philippines’ South China Sea strategy
A leaked letter from the Philippine foreign secretary has revealed internal divisions within the country regarding how to confront China publicly over territorial disputes in the South China Sea. This...
German court jails US military contractor in China spy case
A United States citizen named Martin D., working as a civilian contractor at a U.S. military base in Germany, has been sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for offering sensitive informat...
As Central Asia builds ‘smart cities’ with China, is it moving away from Russia?
Central Asian governments are advancing with major 'smart city' projects to manage population growth and outdated infrastructure. These initiatives attract significant foreign investment, primarily fr...
Ukrainian sled racer says he will wear helmet honoring fallen soldiers despite Olympic ban
A Ukrainian bobsledder plans to compete at the Olympics with a helmet bearing the image of volunteers who died defending Ukraine against Russian aggression, defying Olympic rules which prohibit any po...
Japan hands Philippines radars to keep closer eye on China
Japan has officially transferred five coastal radar systems to the Philippines as part of Tokyo's Official Security Assistance (OSA) for fiscal year 2023. This action is seen as a significant step in ...
With an eye on China, Air Force hones its hub-and-spoke approach to basing
The U.S. Air Force is refining its hub-and-spoke model of military basing in the Indo-Pacific region as a response to strategic concerns over China's growing influence and military capabilities....
U.S. moves to counter China in Bangladesh, plans to pitch defense alternatives
The U.S. is taking steps to counterbalance China's influence in Bangladesh after China signed a defense agreement with the country to build a drone factory near India’s border, raising concerns among ...
Capital injection: China backs AI drug makers in self-reliance drive
Chinese state-backed investors are increasing funds for artificial intelligence-driven drug developers as part of Beijing's push towards technological self-reliance. Hangzhou-based METiS TechBio, foun...
Taiwan says defense budget delay jeopardizes collective deterrence against China
Taiwanese officials warn that not approving the government's nearly $40 billion defense budget could severely undermine Taiwan's ability to strengthen its defenses against potential threats from mainl...
Nuclear Rearmament
The article discusses trends and developments related to the resurgence of interest in nuclear weapons and strategies among various nations as part of their military modernization efforts....
China reminds Trump it holds the note on dollar debt
The article suggests that China may have advised banks to reduce their exposure to US government securities, implying reduced confidence in American assets. This move could signify a turning point whe...
EAM Jaishankar Lauds BRICS At 20: Key Forum For People-Centric Global Resilience Under India's 2026 Helm
On February 11, 2026, in New Delhi, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke to BRICS Sherpas and Country Representatives regarding the forum's 20th anniversary. He praised BRICS as a 'val...
China’s Mengzhou spacecraft passes key test for 2030 crewed moon mission with Long March-10 rocket
China has successfully completed an essential safety test and launched a new-generation rocket in preparation for its manned lunar mission. The escape test conducted on the Mengzhou crew carrier confi...
Experts Argue Marine Pullback in Okinawa Should Be Halted As China Threat Rises
Military experts are expressing concern over plans to reduce US Marine presence on Okinawa, suggesting this withdrawal should be halted due to increasing security challenges posed by China. They empha...
Jack Ma-backed Ant bets on AI health care in $69 billion sector race
Ant Group, backed by Jack Ma, has elevated its healthcare unit to the same strategic level as key operations such as Alipay and lending businesses, demonstrating the growing importance of healthcare w...
Experts argue Marine pullback in Okinawa should be halted as China threat rises
An Atlantic Council report warns that relocating nearly 10,000 US Marines from Okinawa would undermine deterrence against China's increasing threats. The experts recommend continuing to bolster milita...
China’s warning on US Treasuries—and why its timing matters
Chinese regulators are reportedly advising domestic financial institutions to reduce holdings of US Treasury securities. The timing of this advice is significant as it signals a shift in China's finan...
China’s New J-35 Stealth Fighter Can Be Summed Up in 2 Words
The Shenyang J-35A stealth fighter officially transitioned from a naval project to an export option during the February 2026 Singapore Airshow. The aircraft was showcased alongside J-10C jets using mi...
Sudan strikes Chinese-made FK-2000 air defense system
The Sudanese army claims destruction of a Chinese-made FK-2000 air defense system used by the Rapid Support Forces in Ed Dubeibat, South Kordofan. The military action disrupted RSF operations opposing...
More Than Planned: How Many Airplanes Do USA Need to Defeat China's Army?
The article discusses an analysis suggesting that the number of aircraft required for the United States to successfully engage in military conflict with China is higher than previously planned or esti...
China “Just Not There Yet” On H-20 Stealth Bomber: Global Strike Command’s Top General
The new head of Air Force Global Strike Command has stated that China is at best a regional bomber force and lacks the capability for global reach with its H-20 stealth bomber. This assertion suggests...
Pentagon Takes $1.9B Equity Stake In Mining Companies As China Tightens Gallium Exports
The Pentagon has acquired a significant equity stake worth $1.9 billion in mining companies amid concerns about China's tightening control over the strategic metal gallium, which is crucial for advanc...
Beijing Slams US Claim of Secret Nuclear Test Charges Post Galwan Clashes As 'Fabricated, Outright Lies'
The United States recently accused China of conducting a secret nuclear explosive test in June 2020, shortly after the Galwan Valley clashes with India involving casualties. These claims were voiced a...
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