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China’s J-35 stealth fighter to be suited up for aircraft carrier service
The country’s second fifth-generation fighter will be teamed up with the J-15, aviation sources confirm.
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Former Chinese defence minister and military leader Liang Guanglie dies aged 83
13 Nov 2024 - 3:00PM
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China conducts sea and air patrol around shoal amid tension with Philippines
13 Nov 2024 - 8:23PM
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Why the Mighty Dragon is a symbol of China’s military modernisation
Stealth fighter jet is seen as China’s answer to the American F-22.
13 Nov 2024 - 12:23PM
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The Chengdu J-20 stealth fighter jet entered military service in September 2017. Photo: PLA Air Force
US Elections
Trump taps Pete Hegseth for Pentagon chief, John Ratcliffe to lead CIA
Donald Trump’s team is moving quickly to fill key roles for the incoming administration.
13 Nov 2024 - 10:51AM
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Zhuhai air show gives closer look at China’s latest stealth fighter, the J-35A
Jet put through its paces in an opening aerial display along with the J-20.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:47PM
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China’s air force marks anniversary with film of ‘deadly combination’ of jets
The PLA showed its J-20 stealth fighter in combination with an electronic warfare plane and two other advanced warplanes.
12 Nov 2024 - 6:37PM
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China’s Zhuhai air show to feature vision for next-generation warplanes
The model known as the White Emperor highlights proposals for a supersonic fighter capable of operating beyond the Earth’s atmosphere.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:37PM
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The model of the White Emperor on show in Zhuhai. Photo: Handout
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From fighter jets to attack drones, China’s biggest air show is about to open
The J-35A stealth fighter will make its debut at the biennial event, along with the HQ-19 anti-ballistic missile.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:35PM
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Aukus, Quad allies could face pressure on China from next Trump administration
Experts say the former president is likely to retain existing arrangements when he returns to the White House but may be more demanding.
10 Nov 2024 - 10:00PM
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Military
China unveils ‘Killer Whale’ stealth drone ship
The vessel which has a range of more than 7,000km will go on display alongside a collection of aerial drones at the Zhuhai air show.
10 Nov 2024 - 5:01PM
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China’s ‘most potent’ naval warplane set to appear at Zhuhai air show
The J-15D is a twin-seat variant of the ‘Flying Shark’ and equipped with advanced anti-radar equipment.
12 Nov 2024 - 4:39PM
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A J-15D electronic warfare aircraft and the J-15T fighter pictured in the skies above Guangdong ahead of the Zhuhau air show. Photo: CCTV
Diplomacy
China, US hold fresh military safety talks as South China Sea tensions worsen
Talks on operational interactions and best air and maritime safety practices aim to ‘clarify intent’ and reduce risks, according to the US.
9 Nov 2024 - 5:50PM
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Chinese navy to show off its warplanes for first time at country’s main air show
IT is the first time the J-15T carrier-based fighter has appeared at the event, where China’s second stealth fighter will also be unveiled.
6 Nov 2024 - 5:28PM
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Xi visits PLA paratroopers whose mission is to ‘liberate Taiwan’
President calls for ‘all-out efforts’ to improve combat readiness after inspecting bird-like spy drones and next-gen armoured vehicles.
6 Nov 2024 - 3:30PM
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China and Russia close deal to ramp up low-altitude defences, state media says
Deal signed between Chinese firm and Russian aviation engineering institution comes as Beijing and Moscow step up military cooperation.
6 Nov 2024 - 3:34PM
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Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and Chinese President Xi Jinping met for at the Brics summit last month, just weeks before a deal was struck to import aviation tech to China from Russia. Photo: Reuters
Military
Is China’s military ready to unveil second stealth fighter?
Manufacturer raises expectations by publishing images of prototype designed to compete with the US F-35.
3 Nov 2024 - 5:30PM
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‘A big deal’: what Biden’s largest Taiwan arms package says about US intentions
The US$2 billion deal includes an advanced air defence system that has been used by Ukraine to counter Russian attacks.
3 Nov 2024 - 1:19AM
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Updated Chinese J-15 fighter jet spotted in aircraft carrier drill footage
Military analyst says J-15Bs seen airborne in official images, suggesting planes have entered service.
2 Nov 2024 - 2:38AM
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Chinese navy holds first dual aircraft carrier drills in South China Sea
State television report shows Liaoning and Shandong sailing side by side in exercises aimed at improving ‘systematic combat capability’.
31 Oct 2024 - 8:00PM
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The Shandong and Liaoning sail side by side during the exercises in the South China Sea. Photo: Xinhua
Military
Assault vessel? Research ship? Both? Mystery Chinese ship caught on satellite
Satellite images of a new vessel with ‘flight deck’ prompts speculation it could be used as an assault ship or small carrier.
31 Oct 2024 - 3:56PM
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Is China looking to ‘divide and conquer’ as it boosts defence ties with Vietnam?
Top Chinese military commander’s Hanoi trip signals ‘substantial improvement’ in relations, analyst says.
30 Oct 2024 - 10:34PM
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Diplomacy
US pledges millions to Philippine coastguard over ‘shared maritime concerns’
Without naming Beijing, long-time allies discuss ways for ‘two sides to jointly address current challenges’, especially in South China Sea.
29 Oct 2024 - 4:36AM
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