 Aircraft maker expects exports of Y-20 airlifters
Commercial derivatives of the Y-20, China's first domestically developed strategic airlifter that is expected to enter service around 2017, will be exported to other countries, according to aviation industry insiders. |
![]() Deputies call for aviation law
China's top legislature should accelerate the introduction of an aviation law to ensure the industry can enjoy sound development and rapid growth, lawmakers suggested. |
 Military deputies vow to build strong army
Military deputies to China's top legislature have vowed to build a strong army following top Chinese leader Xi Jinping's calls to that effect earlier in the week. |
 China completes Xisha Islands patrol
A China Marine Surveillance (CMS) detachment accomplished an airborne and seaborne patrol of the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea ahead of schedule on Thursday. |
![]() Japanese PM congratulates new Chinese president
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday sent a congratulatory letter to Xi Jinping, who was elected as China's new president on the day, said Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga. |
![]() Chinese, Russian presidents agree to boost ties
Newly elected Chinese President Xi Jinping talked with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin by phone Thursday, with both sides pledging to strengthen ties. |
![]() Philippines sees stronger cooperation with China
The Philippine government vowed Thursday to enhance cooperation with China under the leadership of newly-elected President Xi Jinping. |
 China's new stealth frigate commissioned
A Chinese-developed next-generation stealth frigate was commissioned to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA Navy) on Tuesday. |
![]() Military urged to follow Xi's remarks
The Chinese armed forces have been urged to learn from and carry out the key points conveyed in the latest speech by Xi Jinping, China's top military leader. |
 China continues Diaoyu Islands patrols
Chinese marine surveillance ships continued regular patrols in territorial waters surrounding the Diaoyu Islands on Tuesday, the State Oceanic Administration (SOA) said. |
 Nation merging maritime patrol forces
China's top oceanic administration will be restructured in a move to strengthen maritime law enforcement and better protect marine resources amid tense territorial disputes with neighboring countries. |
 Military protection: a must for maritime economy
CPPCC member Qian Lihua, former director-general of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Ministry of National Defense, said maritime development implies using maritime resources for the country's development. |
 Japan should not escalate tension over Diaoyu islands
Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi on Saturday urged Japan to face up to reality and correct its mistakes over the Diaoyu islands issue, and work with China to properly address the issue to "prevent the current tension from escalating and getting out of control." |
 Jia Qingguo: Sino-DPRK ties depend on the latter
China fully expects to maintain peaceful relations with the DPRK, but Beijing's attitude towards North Korea depends on what actions Pyongyang decides to make, says Jia Qingguo. |
![]() China: UN resolution on DPRK nuclear test 'balanced'
China on Thursday voiced support for the United Nations' latest resolution on Pyongyang's nuclear test, saying it is "balanced." |
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