# China Military Modernization
Latest news and articles about China Military Modernization
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World
Closing the Shield: China’s Army Secures Long-Range Missile Defense Milestone
China's ground forces have successfully tested the HQ-16F missile, marking the army's first organic capability for medium-to-long-range air and missile defense. This shift reduces the army's dependence on the Air Force for high-altitude protection and significantly enhances the survivability of mobile field units.
SoMi2026年6月16日 08:38
#HQ-16F#PLA Army#Air Defense
World
Thunder in the Desert: What the PLA’s Latest Gobi Drills Signal for China’s Western Frontier
The Xinjiang Military District recently conducted intensive live-fire artillery drills in the Gobi Desert, showcasing its long-range strike capabilities. These exercises highlight the PLA's strategic focus on the Western Theater Command and its readiness for conventional high-intensity conflict along China's borders.
SoMi2026年5月10日 12:53
#PLA#Xinjiang Military District#Western Theater Command