Military
China, Russia, and Iran set to hold naval exercises amid deepening cooperation
China has been looking to showcase its power at sea after possessing the world’s largest maritime fighting force, operating 234 warships to the U.S. Navy’s 219.
China announces 7.2% defense budget hike, reaffirms opposition to Taiwan independence
China’s military spending remains the world’s second largest behind the U.S.
Anti-corruption purges raise serious questions about China’s military readiness
Several military officials will be absent during the upcoming legislative meeting.
China flexes military muscle in Indo-Pacific, testing U.S. and allies
Analysts say China is testing the U.S. and its regional allies’ responses to military threats as Trump administration focuses on Ukraine and Middle East.
China sets up live-fire exercise zone near Taiwan ‘without warning’
Taiwan said the unannounced zone raised transport risks and it sent military to monitor.
How ASEAN nations shape South China Sea policies around China
Southeast Asian countries seek to maintain ties with China while safeguarding maritime sovereignty.
China sends 2 more ships to Cambodia’s Ream naval base
The arrival could indicate the transfer of two vessels to Cambodia is imminent.
Australia protests to China about ‘unsafe’ aircraft maneuver over Paracels
Tensions loom as Canberra issued an alert about Chinese warships near Australia.
Trump proposes talks with Xi and Putin on cutting nuclear stockpiles
After a steady decline since the 1980s, the global stockpile of warheads is increasing again, driven by China, which is likely to boost its warheads to 1,500 by 2035.
China and Brunei deepen ties amid South China Sea tensions
Beijing may be preparing for a potential military conflict in the Taiwan Strait while also working to diversify its energy exports.