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Chinese servicemen to take part in peacekeeping exercise in Mongolia Akipress07:16
Technology: China develops hybrid variant of Type 99A tank for stealth and high-altitude combat Army Recognition10:08
China to mass-produce AG600, PLA slams US Golden Dome: Scmp daily highlights South China Morning Post14:20
China’s PLA Daily slams US Golden Dome plan, warns of space arms race South China Morning Post13:00
PLA developing hybrid powered mbt Asian Military Review05:41
China is carrying out ‘dress rehearsals’ to take Taiwan. Here’s how the US should respond. Atlantic Council21:46
Massed drone deployments part of military modernisation: China’s PLA Daily South China Morning Post08:03

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What does China’s PLA gain from operating 2 carriers in second island chain? South China Morning Post15:05 13-Jun-25
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China to mass-produce AG600, PLA slams US Golden Dome: Scmp daily highlights South China Morning Post14:20 12-Jun-25
China’s PLA Daily slams US Golden Dome plan, warns of space arms race South China Morning Post13:00 12-Jun-25
Massed drone deployments part of military modernisation: China’s PLA Daily South China Morning Post08:03 12-Jun-25
PLA Developing Hybrid Powered MBT Asian Military Review05:41 12-Jun-25
PLA garrison in Hong Kong organizes joint patrol Xinhua Agency13:25 11-Jun-25
Chinese servicemen to take part in peacekeeping exercise in Mongolia Akipress07:16 11-Jun-25
For the First Time, Two Chinese Carriers Deploy in the Western Pacific The Maritime Executive05:58 11-Jun-25
China Deploys 2 Aircraft Carriers to Western Pacific for the First Time, USS George Washington Leaves Japan for Carrier … USNI News19:53 10-Jun-25
Myanmar Junta Fighter Jet Shot Down in Sagaing Battle: PLA The Irrawaddy13:04 10-Jun-25
Myanmar’s People’s Liberation Army ‘shoots down’ Air Force jet before airstrike in Sagaing… Democratic Voice of Burma10:42 10-Jun-25
Technology: China develops hybrid variant of Type 99A tank for stealth and high-altitude combat Army Recognition10:08 10-Jun-25
Political Organization Secretariat commemorates 49th Anniversary of Martyrs' Day in presence of President of Republic Sahara Press Service23:00 9-Jun-25
China is carrying out ‘dress rehearsals’ to take Taiwan. Here’s how the US should respond. Atlantic Council21:46 9-Jun-25
China struggling with military reforms needed in time for Taiwan action The Washington Times13:44 9-Jun-25
Chinese military to participate in peacekeeping exercise in Mongolia Xinhua Agency11:47 9-Jun-25
New Chinese hybrid battle tank aims for battlefield supremacy Bulgarian Military News06:17 9-Jun-25
Taiwan tracks 11 PLA aircraft and 7 ships Taiwan News05:24 8-Jun-25
Taiwan tracks 34 PLA aircraft sorties and 9 ships Taiwan News05:06 7-Jun-25
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China-Taiwan Weekly Update, June 6, 2025 Institute for the Study of War17:09 6-Jun-25
Exclusive: Chinese Type 625E Mobile Air Defense System tested against Drone Swarms Army Recognition13:19 6-Jun-25
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New PLA force university to offer training in AI, unmanned operations South China Morning Post11:02 6-Jun-25
Brain control warfare: China’s bleeding-edge strategy for winning without firing a shot The Washington Times19:06 5-Jun-25
Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo Greets PLA Navy Ship Changbaishan During Technical Port Call Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China13:00 4-Jun-25
CMSI Translation #19: “Lessons & Thoughts from the Struggle for Command of the Sea in the Red Sea” Andrew S. Erickson12:28 4-Jun-25
PLA escalates ‘gray zone’ tactics near island chain Taipei Times07:18 4-Jun-25
Cross-Strait Deterrence and the Limits of US Security Guarantees The Diplomat04:24 4-Jun-25
Hegseth calls out CCP aggression Taipei Times17:00 3-Jun-25
SPLA-IO, NAS accused of attacking, looting civilians in Morobo County Sudans Post11:42 3-Jun-25
China tests air defense systems in urban drill Defence Blog09:24 3-Jun-25
China Launches Military Patrols in South China Sea in Response to US Philippines Drills Army Recognition08:44 3-Jun-25
Top retired Chinese general Xu Qiliang dies of illness: state media The Straits Times04:39 3-Jun-25
Cross-strait risks rising amid PLA’s ‘grey zone pressure’: Taiwan ex-minister South China Morning Post03:05 3-Jun-25
Ex-PLA officer warns Taiwan could face Tiananmen-style crackdown Focus Taiwan02:12 3-Jun-25
China’s Pursuit Of Aircraft Carriers – Analysis Eurasia Review01:32 3-Jun-25
Chinese Carrier Strike Group Sails East of the Philippines in Deployment Record USNI News22:22 2-Jun-25
US Indo-Pacific commander calls PLA moves in strait ‘rehearsals’, not exercises South China Morning Post21:39 2-Jun-25
Defense Alert: U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth Warns China Over Taiwan and Calls for Strong US Forces in Indo-Pacific Army Recognition17:13 2-Jun-25
Checking in on Modernization and Reforms in the People’s Liberation Army Air University12:52 2-Jun-25
Taiwan tracks 5 PLA aircraft sorties and 8 ships Taiwan News04:19 1-Jun-25
At the Shangri-La Dialogue, a Spotlight on China’s Shadow Caracal22:01 31-May-25
Exercises might be cover for strife Taipei Times17:00 31-May-25
Taiwan tracks 12 PLA aircraft sorties and 9 ships Taiwan News04:03 31-May-25
PLA conducts combat patrols over Huangyan Island in South China Sea CGTN03:21 31-May-25
China-Taiwan Weekly Update, May 30, 2025 Institute for the Study of War20:52 30-May-25
Why isn't China's defence minister attending Shangri-la Dialogue, and how will it affect Sino-US ties? Channel NewsAsia14:44 30-May-25
Chinese Air Force conducts first air-to-air refueling training at flight academy Xinhua Agency12:57 30-May-25
J-10 fighter jet taxis on the runway People's Daily03:22 30-May-25
EXCLUSIVE REPORT: China May Strike Taiwan's Outlying Islands to Challenge US Resolve Army Recognition10:06 29-May-25
‘Deport Xi Jinping’s daughter’: Maga after US visa crackdown on Chinese students The Financial Express06:47 29-May-25
Ministry monitoring ‘Liaoning’ movements Taipei Times05:44 29-May-25
Chinese Aircraft Carrier Liaoning Operating Near Taiwan USNI News22:32 28-May-25
FM spokesperson responds to why aircraft carrier Liaoning is so close to Japan AzerNews16:30 28-May-25
China equips light brigades with SWS3 air defense systems to counter drones during reconnaissance missions Army Recognition15:48 28-May-25
‘Killing is part of their life’: the men raised on violence who are both perpetrators and victims as South Sudan faces… The Conversation (UK)11:54 28-May-25
Taiwan monitors Chinese aircraft carrier ahead of reported drills Focus Taiwan08:56 28-May-25
PLA expels Philippine vessel from waters near Huangyan Dao China.org.cn07:31 28-May-25
PLA attack on Taiwan ‘unlikely’ but ‘not impossible’ with Trump in White House South China Morning Post05:01 28-May-25
The Marines need to invest in small boats for a big payoff Breaking Defense19:21 27-May-25
China’s New ZTL-19 Armored Vehicle with 105mm Gun Enhances Army Firepower and Mobility Army Recognition15:43 27-May-25
Warships engage in double-banking training at sea People's Daily04:18 27-May-25
Mouse Model Suggests Starch-Based Plastics Are Still Bad For You Hackaday18:00 26-May-25
Richard D. Fisher, Jr. On Taiwan: China, Pakistan, India And Taiwan Taipei Times16:53 26-May-25
China has increased its ability to launch a surprise invasion of Taiwan - FT UNN.ua16:50 26-May-25
China, Egypt wrap up first joint air force training, practice air superiority combat, suppressive air defense Global Times06:07 26-May-25
PLA Navy's second Type 054B frigate officially commissioned, conducts combat drill in South China Sea: report Global Times06:07 26-May-25
Why China’s fighter jets should worry the US and Taiwan Taipei Times19:29 25-May-25
Manipur security forces arrest Kcp cadre, recover arms, seize drugs in statewide crackdown AniNews.in05:48 25-May-25
Taiwan tracks 1 PLA aircraft and 9 ships Taiwan News04:45 25-May-25
China hikes up military activity in Taiwan AniNews.in04:03 25-May-25
PLA scientists reveal tech breakthrough behind world’s fastest coilgun South China Morning Post03:09 25-May-25
Key Points! Testimony by Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, on U.S. Indo-Pacific Command… Andrew S. Erickson21:40 24-May-25
SPLA-IO accused of Morobo road ambush Sudans Post15:33 24-May-25
China intensifies military activities around Taiwan AniNews.in09:23 24-May-25
Taiwan tracks 8 PLA aircraft and 15 ships Taiwan News04:38 24-May-25
Dual Fault Lines In China’s Military: Weapons Fail, Generals Jailed – Analysis Eurasia Review01:22 24-May-25
China-Taiwan Weekly Update, May 23, 2025 Institute for the Study of War19:46 23-May-25
US lawmakers call for national security probe into Chinese EV charger firm Autel Energy over… AniNews.in15:03 23-May-25
EPD team visits PLA Hong Kong Garrison Exhibition Center (with photos) The Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Press Release)11:39 23-May-25
Dual Fault Lines in China’s Military: Weapons Fail, Generals Jailed Observer Research Foundation07:29 23-May-25
Soldiers practice bayonet fighting skills People's Daily01:53 23-May-25
Has China started serial production of the J-35A fighter jet to face the US-made F-35 in future conflicts? Army Recognition14:51 22-May-25
China’s Jiu Tian drone to test 100-drone swarm at 50,000 feet Bulgarian Military News12:29 22-May-25
Defense ministry observes PLA live-fire drills in Taiwan Strait Taiwan News06:48 22-May-25
Opinion | Why China's Fighter Jets Should Worry The US And Taiwan: Karishma Vaswani NDTV.com06:05 22-May-25
Chinese study names B-52 top US nuclear threat over F-22, F-35 Bulgarian Military News15:27 21-May-25
PLA researchers rank Cold War relic B-52 a bigger nuclear threat than F-35, B-2 South China Morning Post13:00 21-May-25
China’s bold amphibious drill near Taiwan sparks global alarm Bulgarian Military News09:01 21-May-25
PLA conducts amphibious landing drill in strait as Taiwanese leader marks first year South China Morning Post07:08 21-May-25
Ethiopia: China Sends Largest-Ever Army Medical Team to Ethiopia for Year-Long Mission AllAfrica06:22 21-May-25
What a China-Egypt Military Training Reveals About the PLA’s Air Combat Readiness The Diplomat02:38 21-May-25
Re-configuring India’s Higher Command The Diplomat02:38 21-May-25
Sahrawi People’s Liberation Army is determined to fulfill the liberation mission with full awareness and responsibility … Sahara Press Service00:04 20-May-25
Penghu must be focus of defense Taipei Times17:41 19-May-25
Taiwan detects 21 sorties of Chinese aircraft, eight naval vessels in its territory AniNews.in02:29 19-May-25
Taiwan tracks 16 PLA aircraft and 8 ships Taiwan News05:24 18-May-25
Taiwan Mnd detects 16 sorties of Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels in its territory AniNews.in02:45 18-May-25
Imposing the Fate of Sisyphus? The PLA as an Instrument of National Power and Force Preparation toward Taiwan Andrew S. Erickson10:24 17-May-25
Taiwan tracks 12 PLA aircraft and 7 ships Taiwan News03:35 17-May-25
US General Details China Military Plans to Defeat US in Taiwan War Miami Herald22:59 16-May-25
Naval War College Gathers China Experts to Discuss Personnel Strengths, Weaknesses of PLA Navy Andrew S. Erickson14:14 16-May-25
China’s PLA warns US Space Force ‘orbital carrier’ risks escalating cosmic arms race South China Morning Post11:07 16-May-25
Taiwan Mnd detects 21 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels in its territory AniNews.in02:15 16-May-25
China announces new military academies as part of PLA modernisation drive South China Morning Post02:08 16-May-25
China’s J-10C Fighter: Separating Myth From Reality The War Zone21:24 15-May-25
China to restructure military schools: Defense Ministry Anadolu Agency18:08 15-May-25
China to establish 3 new military academies: spokesperson Xinhua Agency12:27 15-May-25
Junior high school approved to be named in honor of PLA martyr Chen Xiangrong People's Daily07:24 15-May-25
Taiwan sees spike in PLA military activity as island stages defence drills South China Morning Post07:09 15-May-25
Guardians Without Applause: Taiwan’s Everyday Defense CommonWealth Magazine05:54 15-May-25
The Risk of War in the Taiwan Strait Is High—and Getting Higher Foreign Affairs05:43 15-May-25

      
            
      
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The People's Liberation Army serves as the armed forces of the People's Republic of China and the military wing of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). With approximately 2 million active personnel, it represents the largest military force in the world, comprising Ground Forces, Navy (PLAN), Air Force (PLAAF), Rocket Force (PLARF), and Strategic Support Force (PLASSF).

Under President Xi Jinping's modernisation drive, the PLA continues its transformation into a world-class military force by 2049. Recent developments include significant investments in advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and space capabilities, alongside expanded naval operations in the South China Sea and beyond. Regular military exercises demonstrate growing capabilities across all domains, from carrier operations to hypersonic weapons testing.

Behind the hardware and statistics are the individuals who make up the PLA's ranks. Military service continues to evolve, with increasing emphasis on technical expertise and professional development. The force maintains strong connections with civilian society through various programmes, while military parades and demonstrations remain important cultural events that showcase the PLA's role as a symbol of national pride.

Since its founding in 1927 during the Chinese Civil War, the PLA has transformed from a revolutionary army into a modern military force. Key reforms have included the shift from a continental defence force to one capable of joint operations across multiple domains, while maintaining its position as the Party's army. The 1990s marked the beginning of sustained modernisation efforts, accelerating in recent decades.

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