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Explaining Xi’s PLA purges The Interpreter18:47 29-Apr-25
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The growing danger of Chinese underwater warfare AniNews.in09:58 29-Apr-25
Soldiers load armored vehicles onto rail cars People's Daily07:18 29-Apr-25
In the last 7 days
China’s Conceptual Approaches To Counter-UAS And Lessons Drawn From Recent Conflicts Air University12:47 28-Apr-25
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Taiwan tracks 5 PLA aircraft, 15 naval vessels, and one official ship Taiwan News04:17 27-Apr-25
Taiwan tracks 1 PLA aircraft, 8 naval vessels, and one official ship Taiwan News04:41 26-Apr-25
Taiwan detects 8 Chinese naval vessels around its territory AniNews.in03:15 26-Apr-25
Recent PLA Exercises Revealed China’s Operational Plan for a Taiwan Strait Conflict The Diplomat23:29 25-Apr-25
China steps up its war of words after branding US and Japanese destroyers 'enemy vessels' - as… MailOnline22:10 25-Apr-25
The People’s Liberation Army at the Nexus of Mind and Technology to Shape the Cognitive Battlefield Air University18:26 25-Apr-25
China completes first electromagnetic catapult launch of J-35 stealth fighter to challenge US carrier strike groups Army Recognition13:55 25-Apr-25
7 Militants Of Different Groups Arrested, Stolen Vehicles Recovered: Manipur Police NDTV.com13:02 25-Apr-25
Taiwan multiplies mine-layer vessel and UAV inventories to deter PLA Shephard.co.uk12:36 25-Apr-25
Taiwan warned by US experts of CCP’s expanding infiltration Taipei Times11:32 25-Apr-25
118 Chinese troops arrive in Việt Nam, preparing for Reunification Day grand parade Viet Nam News11:12 25-Apr-25
Chinese military thinkers contemplate UAV swarms, MUM-T FlightGlobal10:50 25-Apr-25
US Navy ship transited Taiwan Strait, PLA says Taipei Times16:53 24-Apr-25
Chinese military advances drone swarm warfare The Washington Times12:30 24-Apr-25
PLA slams U.S. hype over warship's Taiwan Strait transit Xinhua Agency10:05 24-Apr-25
Chinese navy marks 76th anniversary on march to world-class force safeguarding peace People's Daily03:04 24-Apr-25
Taiwan detects 19 PLA aircraft, 7 plan vessels near its territory AniNews.in02:21 24-Apr-25
PLA Navy marks its 76th anniversary People's Daily01:23 24-Apr-25
China may build an army of Terminator-like soldiers, official US study warns Daily Star22:42 23-Apr-25
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US Commander gives strident warning about China's threat AniNews.in03:20 22-Apr-25
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PLA expel Philippine vessel near Huangyan Island RTHK01:46 21-Apr-25
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China-Taiwan Weekly Update, April 18, 2025 Institute for the Study of War18:29 18-Apr-25
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Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its territory AniNews.in03:50 18-Apr-25
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Analyzing the PLA’s Early April Exercises in the Taiwan Strait The Diplomat15:01 17-Apr-25
Testimony by Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, on U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Posture,… Andrew S. Erickson14:09 17-Apr-25
Chinese jets train with Egypt in bold Middle East military move Bulgarian Military News11:33 17-Apr-25
China’s Z-10 chopper lands on a civilian ship in viral video Bulgarian Military News07:39 17-Apr-25
Island Defence: Assessing Taiwan’s Military Capabilities Modern Diplomacy03:03 17-Apr-25
Pentagon chief believes Chinese hypersonics could destroy U.S. carriers in minutes The Washington Times22:33 16-Apr-25
Over 30 active Chinese naval vessels to open to public Xinhua Agency14:04 16-Apr-25
China is militarizing its coast guard against Taiwan. Here’s how Taipei and its allies can respond. Atlantic Council11:00 16-Apr-25
PLA faces challenges with broad UAV adoption, integration FlightGlobal09:21 16-Apr-25
Taiwan reports Chinese military activity near its territory AniNews.in05:06 16-Apr-25
Ex-Navy commander rejects possibility of PLA turning drills into Taiwan invasion Taiwan News10:04 15-Apr-25
PLA loses another top dog as Xi purges the military AniNews.in02:39 15-Apr-25
New Delhi’s China Dilemma: Diplomacy and Defense Must Align Observer Research Foundation18:05 14-Apr-25
PLA Assertiveness in the Tasman Sea Is a Wake-up Call on China’s Dual-Use Infrastructure in the … The Diplomat17:39 14-Apr-25
Today @ 3PM! Harvard Fairbank Center Visiting Scholar Presentation Featuring Andrew Erickson — “China’s Naval… Andrew S. Erickson17:18 14-Apr-25
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PLA Information Support To The Battlefield: UAV Employment Concepts And Challenges Air University12:59 14-Apr-25
PLA Army Will Send a Unit to Pakistan to Participate in the PATS-2025 International Military Skills Competition Global Times15:33 13-Apr-25
Chinese embassy slams G7 statement, stresses 'no external force is in any position to point fingers at Taiwan question' Global Times15:33 13-Apr-25
China-Cambodia Ream Port Joint Support and Training Center inaugurated, 'to help with disaster relief, humanitarian… Global Times15:33 13-Apr-25
6 Chinese vessels detected in Taipei amid China-Taiwan tensions The Financial Express05:48 13-Apr-25
Taiwan detects 6 Chinese vessels in its territory AniNews.in04:50 13-Apr-25
SPLA targets support and reinforcement positions of Moroccan occupation soldiers in Mahbes sector Sahara Press Service06:24 12-Apr-25
Taiwan tracks 34 PLA aircraft and 7 naval vessels Taiwan News05:31 12-Apr-25
The Chinese Navy Expands Its Overseas Footprint The National Interest20:53 11-Apr-25
China-Taiwan Weekly Update, April 11, 2025 Institute for the Study of War20:07 11-Apr-25
SPLA targets positions of Moroccan occupation soldiers in Guelta sector Sahara Press Service01:02 11-Apr-25
Why did the British defence chief visit China? The Spectator18:16 10-Apr-25
China Tests Trump's Resolve on Taiwan The Maritime Executive17:48 10-Apr-25
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan has invested in 600 Chinese firms, some linked to the Chinese military Tom's Hardware Guide17:07 10-Apr-25
Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft sorties, six naval vessels near its territory AniNews.in02:34 10-Apr-25
China's 'grey zone' tactics pressure Taiwan Bangkok Post01:00 10-Apr-25
China’s Secret Weapon for Taiwan Invasion? Meet the Shuiqiao Bridge Barges Andrew S. Erickson18:17 9-Apr-25
China in the Taiwan Strait: February 2025 Council on Foreign Relations16:21 9-Apr-25
Strategic Shift or Escalation? Implications of Alleged Chinese Military Presence in Ukraine Robert Lansing Institute15:18 9-Apr-25
PLA exercises meant to show strength amid military purges: NSB chief Focus Taiwan10:03 9-Apr-25
Taiwan starts deploying HF-2 and HF-3 anti-ship missiles in response to China's largest naval exercise Army Recognition09:08 9-Apr-25
PLA in the Arctic: Under the Ice? Institute for Security and Development Policy07:57 9-Apr-25
G7 diplomats express concern over PLA drills Taipei Times07:12 8-Apr-25
Naval vessels conduct replenishment-at-sea People's Daily06:50 8-Apr-25
China increases the temperature around Taiwan AniNews.in03:37 8-Apr-25
Hypocrisy of some on Taiwan question laid bare China Military02:58 8-Apr-25
China’s Taiwan drills raise fears: Will Taipei get time to react if PLA strikes? The Telegraph, Calcutta14:23 7-Apr-25
Taiwan’s military simulates worst-case scenario: PLA drill turns into attack South China Morning Post13:06 7-Apr-25
Top G7 diplomats express deep concern over PLA drills around Taiwan Focus Taiwan10:31 7-Apr-25
China holds military drills at newly expanded Cambodian naval base AsiaOne10:10 7-Apr-25
‘Free China’ in History: A Look Back at Cold War Taiwan’s Anti-Communist Defectors Taiwan Insight09:08 7-Apr-25
G7 ministers express concern over PLA drills Taipei Times17:00 6-Apr-25
Taiwan fears that PLA drills may escalate into real attack ‘with no time to respond’ South China Morning Post13:00 6-Apr-25
Taiwan's Han Kuang drills begin amid rising China tensions AniNews.in09:41 6-Apr-25
PLA aircraft carrier may have explored alternative route to Taiwan’s east before drill South China Morning Post07:10 6-Apr-25
Taiwan tracks 7 PLA aircraft and 7 Chinese navy vessels Taiwan News04:31 6-Apr-25
Taiwan detects hike in Chinese activity around region AniNews.in04:15 6-Apr-25
Commentary: What’s in a name? China tests Trump’s resolve on Taiwan Channel NewsAsia23:15 5-Apr-25
Propaganda reveals infrastructure threat Taipei Times16:45 5-Apr-25
The world after China takes Taiwan: America humiliated. Beijing rules new world order. Kim Jong … MailOnline09:49 5-Apr-25
2025 Han Kuang drills targeting China's 'gray zone' actions, invasion threat: Experts Focus Taiwan08:56 5-Apr-25
Taiwan tracks 12 PLA aircraft and 8 Chinese navy vessels Taiwan News04:06 5-Apr-25
Reading the tree leaves: Why a no-show by China’s No.2 general has speculation running wild Yahoo! UK & Ireland03:07 5-Apr-25
China-Taiwan Weekly Update, April 4, 2025 Institute for the Study of War19:32 4-Apr-25
Experts say barges could be used in PLA invasion Taipei Times17:11 4-Apr-25
Propaganda videos meant for Chinese audiences: experts Taipei Times17:11 4-Apr-25
CCP’s intimidation is ineffective Taipei Times16:46 4-Apr-25
Chinese J-10C fighter jet intercepts US RC-135W Rivet Joint strategic reconnaissance aircraft near Taiwan alleging air… Army Recognition14:04 4-Apr-25
CASI Quarterly update #1 for 2025 Air University12:43 4-Apr-25
US-China military officials discuss PLA activity in Taiwan Strait Radio Taiwan International10:00 4-Apr-25
China’s Lighting Operation Around Taiwan Futura Doctrina08:25 4-Apr-25
Signaling Displeasure With Washington, China Conducts Military Exercises Around Taiwan Foundation for Defense of Democracies03:30 4-Apr-25
What’s in a name? China tests Trump’s resolve on Taiwan The Interpreter01:49 4-Apr-25
Adapting to the PLA’s Near Constant Satellite Surveillance Air University23:38 3-Apr-25
The whole nation must be prepared Taipei Times17:11 3-Apr-25

      
            
      
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The People's Liberation Army serves as the armed forces of the People's Republic of China and the military wing of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). With approximately 2 million active personnel, it represents the largest military force in the world, comprising Ground Forces, Navy (PLAN), Air Force (PLAAF), Rocket Force (PLARF), and Strategic Support Force (PLASSF).

Under President Xi Jinping's modernisation drive, the PLA continues its transformation into a world-class military force by 2049. Recent developments include significant investments in advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and space capabilities, alongside expanded naval operations in the South China Sea and beyond. Regular military exercises demonstrate growing capabilities across all domains, from carrier operations to hypersonic weapons testing.

Behind the hardware and statistics are the individuals who make up the PLA's ranks. Military service continues to evolve, with increasing emphasis on technical expertise and professional development. The force maintains strong connections with civilian society through various programmes, while military parades and demonstrations remain important cultural events that showcase the PLA's role as a symbol of national pride.

Since its founding in 1927 during the Chinese Civil War, the PLA has transformed from a revolutionary army into a modern military force. Key reforms have included the shift from a continental defence force to one capable of joint operations across multiple domains, while maintaining its position as the Party's army. The 1990s marked the beginning of sustained modernisation efforts, accelerating in recent decades.

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