PLA launches ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan Island
PLA’s Eastern Theater Command launched ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan Island, featuring sea-air patrols, port blockades and joint exercises to warn separatist forces.
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China’s PLA on High Alert as Beijing Signals Firm Stance on Taiwan
On Dec 25, 2025, China’s Defense Ministry warns the PLA remains on standby as Beijing insists Taiwan is an internal affair and reserves the option of force.
Xi Jinping Promotes Two PLA Officers to Generals
On Monday, Xi Jinping presented certificates promoting two PLA officers to the rank of general, underlining China’s focus on military leadership and modernization.
PLA Eastern Theater Drops “The Sword March” on Nanjing Memorial Day
On Dec 13, the PLA Eastern Theater Command released a new version of “The Sword March” with a themed poster for China’s National Memorial Day, blending wartime heroism and modern military strength.
PLA Conducts Combat Readiness Patrols in South China Sea
PLA Southern Theater Command conducted combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea, highlighting joint sea-air operations and regional security.
Green and AI Power China’s New Materials Boom
Discover how green polymers like PLA and AI-driven innovation fueled China’s new materials industry, hitting 8.7 trillion yuan in 2024.
PLA Navy Flexes Firepower in South China Sea Drills
PLA Navy stages intense live-fire drills in the South China Sea, showcasing multi-domain combat support skills with Honghu, Hengyang, and naval aviation units.
PLA Urges Philippines to Halt South China Sea Patrols
On Nov. 16, the Chinese mainland’s PLA Southern Theater Command urged the Philippines to halt joint patrols and stop heightening tensions in the South China Sea.
PLA Air Force Debuts GJ-11 Stealth Drone in 76th Anniversary Film
The PLA Air Force’s 76th anniversary film unveils the GJ-11 stealth drone Xuanlong-08 soaring with J-20 fighters in a high-tech aerial showcase.
PLA Slams Philippines’ Joint Patrol, Warns of Unrest in South China Sea
PLA’s Southern Theater Command said the Philippines’ joint patrol undermines regional peace and stability in the South China Sea, and vowed to defend sovereignty and maritime rights.