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China Ministry of Defense Rejects Japan's 2026 Defense White Paper
Beijing sharply criticizes Tokyo's security report, accusing Japan of hyping threats to justify military expansion.
China Military Media Highlights Modernization Goals Ahead of PLA 99th Anniversary
Official commentary from China Military Online stresses readiness for the 2027 centenary target while highlighting recent flood relief operations in Guangxi.
PLA Concludes First Training Course to Enhance Political Cadres' Teaching Capabilities
Senior propaganda and education officers completed a month-long intensive program at the NDU Political College featuring a new 'five-in-one' instructional framework.
PLA Units and Public React to 'Role Model' Award for NUDT Researcher Wang Ji
Military institutes and frontline units launch study sessions following the Central Publicity Department's commendation of wheelchair-bound computer scientist Wang Ji.
China Coast Guard Conducts Routine Law Enforcement Patrols East of Taiwan
Beijing says its Xiushan vessel formation has maintained continuous maritime patrols east of Taiwan to protect navigation and national sovereignty.
China Defense Ministry Details Upcoming Naval Visit to Indonesia
Spokesperson Senior Colonel Jiang Bin announces early August port call in Surabaya alongside a new military promotional feature marking the Long March victory.
China Releases Military Video 'In Their Prime' Ahead of Long March Anniversary
Co-produced by Xinhua and the Central Military Commission's Political Work Department, the promo highlights peacekeeping, training, and disaster relief.
China Urges Japan to Expedite Disposal of Abandoned Chemical Weapons
On the 27th anniversary of a key bilateral memorandum, Beijing reiterates calls for Tokyo to speed up the destruction of chemical weapons left in China.
China Expands Civil-Military Support Networks Amid PLA 99th Anniversary
Local authorities and military units reinforce preferential welfare policies, veteran training, and joint disaster response operations across China.
China Discloses First Electromagnetic Launch and Live-Fire Tests for Sichuan Warship
Official media footage reveals dead-weight catapult tests and live-fire drills on the Type 076 lead vessel, highlighting a push toward deep-sea uncrewed naval operations.
PLA Daily Commentary Urges Cadres to Prioritize Capability Over Personal Gain
An official military commentary calls on Chinese armed forces officers to reject superficial metrics and focus on practical battlefield preparation.
China's Defense Ministry Hosts Reception Marking PLA 99th Anniversary
Defense Minister Dong Jun highlights 2026 as a crucial year for reaching the military's centenary targets ahead of August 1 Army Day.