Xi Jinping, China’s leader, set out to clean up the military a decade ago. But now his crown jewel, the missile force, is under a shadow.
Tag: People’s Liberation Army (China)
Xi’s Abrupt Shake-Up of Nuclear Force’s Leaders Fans Speculation
The Chinese leader’s replacement of two commanders has fanned speculation about corruption or failings in the force that manages China’s nuclear missiles.
What Does Russia’s Wagner Rebellion Mean for China?
Xi Jinping needs Vladimir Putin to remain in power, and Russia to maintain stability, to help uphold the countries’ shared interests and to keep challenging the United States.
China and U.S. Offer Rival Visions for Asia
China’s defense minister says the best way to avoid accidental conflict is for countries outside the region, like the United States, to leave and “mind your own business.”
U.S. Defense Secretary Austin Vows to Keep Pressure on China
He said “risky intercepts” by Chinese planes in international airspace would not deter the United States and allies from patrolling, and he restated U.S. support for Taiwan.
China Investing in Open-Source Intelligence Collection on the U.S.
A new report outlines Chinese efforts to mine public information from the Pentagon, think tanks and private companies to gain insight on the American military.
Chinese Comedy Firm Fined $2 Million For Joke ‘Insulting’ Military
The penalty came after a popular comedian joked about a military slogan often used by China’s leader, Xi Jinping, who has strictly curbed expression.
China Brandishes Military Options in Exercises Around Taiwan
The People’s Liberation Army’s ships, planes and troops held three days of drills in a spectacle designed to warn Taiwan against challenging Beijing.
China Draws Lessons From Russia’s Missteps in Ukraine
With an eye on a possible conflict over Taiwan, analysts have scrutinized the war for insights ranging from the importance of supply lines to the power of nuclear threats.
Taiwan’s President Heads to the U.S., Bracing for China’s Retaliation
President Tsai Ing-wen is expected to meet Speaker Kevin McCarthy next week, risking a show of force from Beijing, which opposes any such exchanges.