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WZ-8 drone is displayed at the Airshow China 2021. (Photo/Xinhua) By Li Jincheng and Li Jianwen ZHUHAI, Sept. 30 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) held a press conference on September 29 during the 13th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China) and introduced its development in recent years. According to Lieutenant General Wang Wei, deputy commander of PLAAF, the J-20, Y-20, new type of UAVs, special-purpose combat planes, and a range of ground-based air defense weapons and new types of radars all joined the exhibition, fully demonstrating the PLAAF’s capability and confidence to defend the national air and space security, safeguard national unity, and contribute to the world peace. Major General Wang Zhilong, deputy director of the PLAAF’s Equipment Department, said that the air force has conducted equipment development and capability enhancement targeted at plateau and maritime operations, giving a strong impetus to regul

Chinese peacekeepers participating in the Shared Mission-2021 command post exercise for UN peacekeeping operations communicate with the UN Department of Peace Operations and UN peacekeeping missions in Lebanon, Mali and South Sudan via video link By Huang Panyue BEIJING, Sept. 30 -- The Shared Mission-2021 Command Post Exercise for UN Peacekeeping Operations was held in Beijing from September 23 to 30. The exercise was co-organized by UN Department of Peace Operations (DPO) and the Peacekeeping Affairs Center of China’s Ministry of National Defense (MND). At the training base of the Chinese side in Beijing, Chinese participants had remote connections with the participants from the UN Department of Peace Operations and UN peacekeeping missions to Lebanon, Mali and South Sudan via video link. This was the first exercise of this kind joint held by the UN Department of Peace Operations and the peacekeeper contributing countries. The exercise comprised of three stages – theoretical or

BEIJING, Sept. 30 -- “The British side has significantly increased its military deployment in the Asia-Pacific region since this year, which is not conducive to regional peace and stability.” said a defense ministry spokesperson on Thursday. Senior Colonel Wu Qian, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense made this remark when being asked to comment on the at least 5-year regular deployment of two British Royal Navy patrol ships to the Indo-Pacific, and the first docking of the British aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth at the US naval base in Yokosuka, Japan. Media reports said that the UK aimed to proclaim to its allies and partners its determination and capacity to manage the Indo-Pacific in the long term. In response to that, Wu pointed out that for the past few years, bilateral military relations between Britain and China have maintained stable development in general. On September 10, General Li Zuocheng, member of China's CMC and chief of staff of the CMC

BEIJING, Sept. 30 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping and other leaders of the Communist Party of China and the state attended a ceremony on Thursday morning in Tian'anmen Square in central Beijing to present flower baskets to fallen national heroes. The event was held to mark Martyrs' Day, a day ahead of the National Day.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/30/content_10094882.htm

BEIJING, Sept. 29 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has stressed efforts to improve the country's risk control and management system on biosecurity, and to enhance its governance capacity in this regard. Xi made the remarks on Wednesday when addressing a study session of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee. Biosecurity is vital to people's health, long-term stability of the country and future development of the nation, Xi said, adding that biosecurity is an essential part of overall national security and an important force that may affect and even reshape the global landscape. He stressed the significance and urgency of enhancing biosecurity in China and urged efforts to build a strong shield against biosecurity threats. The CPC Central Committee has stepped up work in improving biosecurity and included it in the national security strategy, Xi said, calling for attention to the intertwining of tr

President Xi Jinping has on many occasions emphasized the importance of remembering the country's national heroes and carrying their spirit forward. The following is a selection of his remarks on the subject, as the country commemorates heroes on Martyrs' Day, Sept 30.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/30/content_10094838.htm

A J-20 stealth fighter jet performs aerobatics during the 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China 2021, in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong province, Sept 29, 2021. [Photo/Xinhua] China will unveil its new-generation carrier-based fighter jet before the end of this year, according to a key figure at Aviation Industry Corp of China, the major supplier of military aircraft to the nation's armed forces. "Once the new plane is ready for its debut flight, it will appear in front of all of you and also on the internet. So take it easy and wait. You will get to see it before year's end," said Sun Cong, president of the Chinese Aeronautical Establishment and an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. He made the remarks at a news conference in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, on Wednesday on the sidelines of the 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, popularly known as the Zhuhai Airshow. Sun was the chie

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force has unveiled an array of new aircraft at the 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China 2021, which opened Tuesday in the southern port city of Zhuhai, Guangdong Province. Aircraft put on show included two J-20 stealth fighter jets, China's new electronic warfare aircraft J-16D, and a new high-altitude reconnaissance drone, WZ-7. The Y-20 heavy transport aircraft and some other major battle equipment were also displayed at the show. The PLA Air Force is working in line with the strategic requirements of integrating air and space capabilities as well as coordinating offensive and defensive operations. Its goal is to advance toward building itself into a world-class strategic air force, said Commander of the PLA Air Force Chang Dingqiu at the event.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/30/content_10094839.htm

China's Chang'e-4 on the lunar surface. /CFP The lander and rover of the Chang'e-4 probe have worked for 1,000 Earth days on the far side of the moon as of Wednesday, according to the Lunar Exploration and Space Program Center of the China National Space Administration. The lander and rover Yutu-2 are in good condition. The payloads aboard are also working properly and will continue the scientific exploration on the far side of the moon. As of Wednesday, Yutu-2 has traveled 839.37 meters and obtained 3,632.01 gigabytes (GB) of data. A lunar day is equal to 14 days on Earth, and a lunar night is the same length. Currently, the lander and rover have been switched to dormant mode for the 34th lunar night due to the lack of solar power. The Lunar Exploration and Space Program Center will continue to publish the latest findings of the probe. The Chang'e-4 probe, launched on December 8, 2018, made the first-ever soft landing on the Von Karman Crater in the South Pole-A

BEIJING, Sept. 29 (Xinhua) -- A joint tabletop exercise of peacekeeping missions is being held in Beijing by China's Ministry of National Defense (MND) and the UN Department of Peace Operations. Running from Sept. 23 to 30, the exercise is comprised of theoretical orientation, case studies and review. It engages around 70 participants in assessing and discovering best action plans for peacekeeping missions including armed patrol, civilian protection, emergency response, logistic assistance and civil-military coordination, in-person or via video link. Among all the participants from the Chinese side and UN peacekeeping forces, 85 percent have previously taken part in peacekeeping efforts. "We hope the exercise will enhance the cooperation between China and the United Nations in peacekeeping, and contribute China's experience and solution to global peacekeeping efforts," said a senior training officer at the peacekeeping affairs center under the MND. source http:/

Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, speaks at a central conference on talent-related work in Beijing, capital of China. The conference was held on Monday and Tuesday. (Xinhua/Li Xueren) BEIJING, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed efforts to implement the strategy on developing a quality workforce in the new era and to accelerate the work to build China into a major world center of professional talent and innovation. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks when speaking at a central conference on talent-related work, which was held on Monday and Tuesday. Xi underlined the CPC's leadership over talent management. Xi called for efforts to speed up China's upgrade toward a major world center of talent and innovation, to su

By Liu Jimei and Gao Yujiao GUANGZHOU, Sept. 28 -- The International Military Flight Training Conference 2021 hosted by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) was held in Zhuhai on September 27. Representatives from 49 countries attended the conference by either coming to the conference site or via video link. Twelve Chinese and foreign guests from military and civilian circles made speeches around the theme of “Talent, Innovation, Collaboration, Development”. An official from the PLAAF said at the conference that the air force development and future intelligentized air battles have put forward new requirements for the competence of pilots, and the PLAAF is engaged in forward production of new-type pilots following the guideline that talent cultivation, commanding system and armaments development should proceed in coordination. “Cultivating air force commanders for the era of intelligent air battle will be an important brand-new topic in the development of air force,

BEIJING, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping and other leaders of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the state will join representatives from all walks of life in presenting flowers to fallen national heroes on Thursday morning in Tian'anmen Square. Thursday, Sept. 30, is China's Martyrs' Day. The event will be broadcast live by the China Media Group. This year marks the centenary of the CPC. source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/28/content_10094274.htm

PENGZHOU, Sichuan, Sept. 28 -- The equipment maintenance skills competition 2021 wrapped up in Pengzhou, Sichuan Province, southwest of China, on September 26. As an important nation-wide vocational event, the competition this year was jointly held by the Equipment Development Department of China's Central Military Commission (CMC) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security. Totally 354 equipment maintenance craftsmen from the military services, aerospace companies and shipbuilding companies participated in the competition. They learnt from and support for each other, while verifying their maintenance capabilities.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/28/content_10094246.htm

Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, meets with the project leaders and core scientists of China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST) in southwest China's Guizhou Province, Feb. 5, 2021. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi) BEIJING, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- As the ancient Chinese saying goes, there are many swift horses, but not many people who can identify them. China is making efforts to nurture and gather more "winged steeds," a phrase referring to people of great talent. These steeds are expected to lend greater horsepower to the country's development and national rejuvenation drive. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in 2012, the CPC Central Committee with Xi Jinping at its core has thoroughly implemented the strategy of invigorating China through developing a quality workforce. The efforts have brou

The 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China 2021, kicked off in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong Province, on September 28. A number of high-tech technological products will make their debut during the six-day event.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/28/content_10094097.htm

GUANGZHOU, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- This year's Airshow China will be held from Sept. 28 to Oct. 3 in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong. About 700 companies from 40 countries and regions will participate in the airshow both online and offline. China's leading aviation manufacturer, the Aviation Industry Corporation of China, will display about 150 independently-developed aviation products and technologies, among which around 40 pct will be exhibited for the first time.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/28/content_10094098.htm

The 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China 2021) will be held in Zhuhai, south China’s Guangdong Province, from September 28 to October 3. With a larger scale than before, more high-end weapons and equipment will be brought together this year for onsite demonstration, highlighting Airshow China in the field of expertise. China North Industries Group Corporation Limited (NORINCO Group) will show its high-end products featuring strong mobile assault capability and firepower striking capability, together with unmanned equipment. Among the 153 products displayed this year, 62 are displayed for the first time.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/27/content_10093922.htm

BEIJING, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- China held a ceremony Monday to open the capsule of the Shenzhou-12 spacecraft which carried three astronauts back to Earth on Sept. 17. Space officials, including Hao Chun, director of the China Manned Space Agency, and China's first astronaut Yang Liwei handed over the items taken out of the capsule to various representatives. Hao said that the Shenzhou-12 crewed mission included more than 10 projects such as space breeding and biological space experiments. China, Hao added, has always attached importance to the development of international projects and contributing to the national economy and people's livelihood since the establishment of the country's manned space project. Shenzhou-12 was launched from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on June 17. During the in-orbit flight, space science and technology experiments were carried out, laying a solid foundation for the construction and operation of China's space station.   source http

Chinese State Councilor and Defense Minister General Wei Fenghe holds talks with the Malaysian Senior Minister and Defense Minister Hishammuddin Hussein via video link on September 27, 2021. (Photo by Li Yinghui) BEIJING, Sept. 27 -- Chinese State Councilor and Defense Minister General Wei Fenghe held talks with the Malaysian Senior Minister and Defense Minister Hishammuddin Hussein via video link on Monday. Gen. Wei said that the current pandemic is still ravaging the world, the world economy is struggling to recover and the international order is undergoing profound changes. In his important speech lately delivered via video at the general debate of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Chinese President Xi Jinping put forward China's proposals on defeating the pandemic, reviving the economy, strengthening solidarity and improving global governance. China is ready to work with Malaysia to oppose hegemonism and power politics, strengthen communication and pr

BEIJING, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- China's veteran affairs departments have so far successfully found the relatives of 6,350 martyrs, according to authorities. This is the result of China's renewed efforts in locating the remains or burial sites of martyrs and finding their relatives, said the Ministry of Veteran affairs. To locate martyrs and find their relatives efficiently, the ministry is furthering cooperations with governmental departments in charge of household registration, data and information, as well as historical research institutes, in order to cross-check relevant materials. When identifying newly-found remains of martyrs and matching them with relatives, technologies such as DNA comparison and big data also come into play, according to the ministry. In April 2021, the ministry launched an online platform to facilitate the search of martyrs' whereabouts. As of September, more than 14,000 search applications from martyrs' relatives were submitted. Martyrs,

BEIJING, Sept. 27 -- The British Royal Navy frigate HMS Richmond sailed through the Taiwan Strait on September 27 and openly hyped it up. The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) sent naval and air forces to track and monitor the British warship in the whole course, said Senior Colonel Shi Yi, spokesperson for the PLA Eastern Theater Command, in a written statement released on Monday. Snr. Col. Shi pointed out that the British side has tried in vain to create a sense of presence by sending its military vessel to pass through the Taiwan Strait, and such ill-intentioned behavior undermines peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and fully exposes its speculative mentality. Troops of the PLA Eastern Theater Command are staying on high alert at all times, and will resolutely counter all threats and provocations, Snr. Col. Shi stressed. source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/27/content_10093909.htm

By Li Chun The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) "Peace Mission 2021" joint anti-terrorism military exercise wrapped up at the Donguz training range in Russia’s Orenburg Region on September 24. Progressive exercise subjects and improved coordination are highlighted in the exercise, which demonstrated the SCO’s unwavering resolve and commitment to safeguarding peace and regional stability in the past 20 years. Staying abreast with the times Just like a mirror, the latest SCO “Peace Mission” series of exercises not only reflect the past realistic-combat experience, but also imply the needs of anti-terror combat at present and for some time to come. It drew on lots of useful experience from several regional military conflicts in recent years, such as the Syrian war and the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, tried some new tactical and training approaches that have been proven, and studied some hotspot issues in current anti-terror operations, for example, how to cope with the

By Liu Jimei ZHUHAI, Sept. 26 -- The 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China 2021) will be held in Zhuhai, south China’s Guangdong Province, as scheduled from September 28 to October 3. An array of main combat equipment including the J-20 stealth fighter, Y-20 heavy transport aircraft, KJ-500 early warning aircraft, H-6K bomber, and HQ-9B air-defense missile system will appear together in the exhibition. China’s J-16D electronic warfare aircraft and WZ-7 high-altitude reconnaissance drone are to debut at the upcoming air show. The systematical display of multi-type main combat equipment of the PLA Air Force (PLAAF) demonstrates the new achievements of its strategic transformation. The J-16D is a new-type electronic warfare aircraft independently developed by China based on the J-16 fighter jet with the combat capabilities of reconnaissance, offense and defense. According to Senior Colonel Shen Jinke, spokesperson for the PLA Air Force, the J-16D ser

BEIJING, Sept. 26 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping Sunday sent a congratulatory letter to the 2021 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, which opened in Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province. In his letter, Xi noted that digital technology is being fully integrated into all fields and the whole process of economy, politics, culture, society and ecological civilization construction with new ideas, new forms and new models, having extensive and profound impacts on the production and life of humankind. Nowadays, profound changes in the world unseen in a century and the epidemic situation are intertwined. It is imperative for the international community to join hands to seize opportunities and meet challenges by following the trend of informatization and digitalization, as well as networking and smart development, he added. Xi emphasized that China is willing to work with other countries to shoulder the historical responsibility of promoting human progress by stimulating

Liu Xin, Zhou Guanghua BEIJING, Sept. 26 -- Recently, China Coast Guard (CCG) successfully cracked a major cigarette smuggle crime with relevant departments of customs and tobacco sectors. One smuggling ship and seven suspects were seized, and the cigarettes ferreted out covered 24 different kinds with 400,000 cartons in number and 170 million RMB in value, making it the biggest cigarette smuggling case in the waters off China's Hainan Province in recent years. In late April this year, according to the clues obtained in the earlier stage, the CCG had a ship suspected of being freighted with masses of smuggled cigarettes under surveillance in the waters off Wenchang City, Hainan Province. They ferreted out a great deal of smuggled cigarettes when getting on board with other law enforcement officials. The CCG conducted interrogation on the criminal suspects, and coordinated with procuratorate, customs and tobacco departments to investigate the criminal groups behind the suspects.

Chinese troops participate in the closing ceremony of the "Peace Mission 2021" counter-terrorism military drill of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states, at the Donguz training range in Russia's Orenburg Region on Sept. 24, 2021. The "Peace Mission 2021" counter-terrorism military drill of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states wrapped up on Friday in Russia. (Xinhua/Mei Shixiong) MOSCOW, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) -- The "Peace Mission 2021" counter-terrorism military drill of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states wrapped up on Friday in Russia. The military exercise was successful and all the tasks were finished, Commander of the Russian Central Military District Alexander Lapin said at a closing ceremony at the Donguz training range in Russia's Orenburg Region. During the ceremony, 27 Chinese military personnel were awarded for their outstanding performance. The participating forces conducte

BEIJING, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force will unveil an array of new aircraft at the upcoming 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China 2021, said a PLA Air Force spokesperson. Among the debuting aircraft are China's new electronic warfare aircraft J-16D and a new high-altitude reconnaissance drone, WZ-7, said air force spokesperson Shen Jinke at a Friday press conference. The domestically-developed WZ-7 will be utilized in border reconnaissance missions and maritime patrols, said Shen. Other notable models, including the J-20 stealth fighter jet, and the Y-20 heavy transport aircraft, will also be on show. The 13th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition will be held from September 28 to October 3 in Zhuhai, south China's Guangdong Province. source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/24/content_10093138.htm

Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivers a speech via video at the opening ceremony of the 2021 Zhongguancun Forum on Sept. 24, 2021. (Xinhua/Huang Jingwen) BEIJING, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday called on all countries to strengthen openness and cooperation in science and technology. Xi made the remarks while delivering a speech via video at the opening ceremony of the 2021 Zhongguancun Forum, which is scheduled from Sept. 24 to 28 in Beijing. source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/24/content_10093119.htm

By Li Chun ORENBURG, Russia, Sep.24 -- The main stage drill of the SCO Peace Mission-2021 joint anti-terrorism military exercise was at the Donguz training range in Orenburg Oblast, Russia on September 23 local time. During the drill, resisting drone-based attacks has become a highlight, and the practical significance behind which is more worthy of attention. In resisting drone-based attacks, the primary point is to detect the drones in time, and then, the electro-magnetic interference and concentrated fire strikes should be adopted to destroy the drones, according to Gu Zhiheng, a reconnaissance commander assigned to a combined-arms brigade under the PLA Northern Theater Command. Gu added that in this joint exercise, tough destruction with concentrated fire strikes has been applied in countering the drones’ attacks, which imposed higher requirements on operation accuracy and became a test of the participating troops’ capabilities. The drones have been more and more widely used on

General Li Zuocheng (2nd L, front), member of China's Central Military Commission (CMC) and chief of the Joint Staff Department under the CMC, attends the meeting of chiefs of general staff of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states in Orenburg Oblast, Russia on September 23, 2021. (Photo by Li Xiaowei)   ORENBURG, Russia, Sept. 24 -- The Chiefs of General Staff of the armed forces of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states held a meeting at the Donguz training range in Orenburg Oblast, Russia on September 23. General Li Zuocheng, member of China's Central Military Commission (CMC) and chief of the Joint Staff Department under the CMC, attended the meeting. The Peace Mission-2021 joint anti-terrorist military exercise held by the armed forces of the SCO member states is also going on at the Donguz training range. Since its establishment in 2001, by upholding the banner of "Shanghai spirit" of mutual trust, mutual benefit, equal

ORENBURG, Russia, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) -- Troops participating in the "Peace Mission 2021," a counter-terrorism military exercise for Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states, conducted a live ammunition drill at the Donguz training range in Orenburg, Russia on Thursday. The live-fire drill lasted for around an hour. Military equipment such as infantry fighting vehicles and assault vehicles made fierce attacks against the target. The participants of the "Peace Mission 2021" are from eight SCO member states, namely China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, India, Pakistan, and Uzbekistan. The participating troops consist of around 4,000 military personnel, among which over 550 are from China.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/24/content_10092776.htm

By Li Chun ORENBURG, Russia, Sept. 23 -- The SCO Peace Mission-2021 anti-terrorism military exercise entered the anti-terror operations planning stage from September 20 to 22. In the joint directing department and the joint anti-terrorist group headquarters, commanding officers from participating countries were mixed in different groups of comprehensive operational planning, combat commanding, information and firepower strike for joint operation planning. They gathered around the maps and tables, exchanging views and negotiating with each other from time to time. According to Major General Liu Ping, deputy commander of the joint anti-terror groups in the exercise and commander of Chinese participating troops, the mixed grouping has been realized at the commanding level, which is conducive to deepening mutual trust and intensifying coordinating capabilities among the troops, and meanwhile boosting their mutual understanding and friendship. According to Cui Haibo from the Chinese part

Despite the differences in languages, nationalities and military uniforms, military personnel from all countries share the same vision of loving peace and enhancing mutual understanding, and have the same goal of maintaining regional security, stability and unity. The documentary series "Foreign Officers' Stories in China" shows how the foreign military members studying or working in China view China, or the Chinese service members. Here is the story of Zoir, a military officer from Tajikistan who has studied in the PLA Army Infantry Academy.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/23/content_10092471.htm

By Li Chun ORENBURG, Russia, Sept. 22 -- When talking about the Peace Mission-2021 joint anti-terrorism military exercise for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states, Lieutenant Colonel Kan Jinzhu, battalion commander of a combined-arms brigade under the PLA Northern Theater Command and also the commanding officer of the ground assault group of the Chinese participating troops, said that one of their goals to participate in the exercise is to explore the ability of a combined-arms battalion to execute missions under cross-border, unsupported conditions. On September 21 local time, the last live-fire joint training for the Peace Mission-2021 was conducted at the Donguz training range in Orenburg Oblast, Russia. The ground assault group composed of infantry combat vehicles (ICVs) driven by the Chinese participators, took the lead to lure the “terrorists” into a trap and then launched an attack on the “terrorist organization” with the firepower support of fighter jets

Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan visits the peacekeeping infantry battalion. Photo by Jiang Huixin   JUBA, South Sudan, Sept. 22 -- Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan Hua Ning and Military Attaché Fei Bo visited the peacekeeping infantry battalion to South Sudan (Juba) and gave the best wishes to the peacekeepers on the occasion of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a traditional Chinese festival on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month each year. Accompanied by Battalion Commander Yang Zhongju, Ambassador Hua Ning reviewed the guard of honor and listened to the peacekeeping report on the authorized tasks since the battalion’s deployment to the mission area. He also presented some books to the peacekeepers on the spot. During this visit, Ambassador Hua Ning specially visited the guards on duty at the sentry posts No.2 and No.9 in the camp. Hua also had a cordial talk with them and extended greetings to their families on behalf of China's embassy to South Sudan. He appreciated the practica

Chinese troops participating in Peace Mission 2021, a counterterrorism military exercise for Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states, parade at a training range in Orenburg, Russia, on Monday. The participants are from eight SCO member states, including China, Russia and Kazakhstan. LI CHUN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE Peace Mission 2021, a large multinational counterterrorism exercise involving member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, opened on Monday at a military training base in Orenburg, southwest Russia. About 4,000 officers and soldiers from eight SCO members, including China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Pakistan and India, are taking part in the exercise at the Donguz firing range. China's People's Liberation Army sent 558 troops and 130 vehicles to the event, the 14th joint exercise organized by the SCO. Colonel General Aleksandr Lapin, commander of the Russian Armed Forces' Central Military District, announced the opening of Peace Mission 2021 at a cerem

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses the general debate of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly via video, in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 21, 2021. (Xinhua/Huang Jingwen) BEIJING, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday proposed a Global Development Initiative, calling for bolstering confidence and jointly addressing global threats and challenges to build a better world for all. Xi made the remarks at the general debate of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) via video, as the world faces the combined impacts of changes unseen in a century and the COVID-19 pandemic. BEATING COVID-19 Right now, COVID-19 is still raging in the world, with the number of new cases rising every day globally. "We must beat COVID-19 and win this decisive fight crucial to the future of humanity," Xi said, voicing confidence that "we humanity will surely overcome it and prevail" despite the fact that the COVID-19 p

KUNMING, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) -- Law-enforcement authorities from China, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand joined forces Tuesday for the 109th Mekong River joint patrol. Three Chinese vessels departed Tuesday morning from Guanlei Port in southwest China's Yunnan Province for the four-day patrol, the Yunnan provincial public security bureau said. During the patrol, the joint law-enforcement team will crack down on cross-border crimes, including illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and criminal activity related to telecommunication and internet in the Mekong River basin, said the bureau. The Mekong, known as the Lancang in China, is a vital waterway for cross-border shipping. China, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand have been carrying out joint patrols in the river since December 2011.   source http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/view/2021-09/22/content_10092065.htm

Screen image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on Sept. 20, 2021 shows China's cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-3 docking with the space station core module Tianhe. (Photo by Guo Zhongzheng/Xinhua) BEIJING, Sept. 20 (Xinhua) -- China's cargo spacecraft Tianzhou-3, carrying supplies for the upcoming Shenzhou-13 crewed mission, successfully docked with the space station core module Tianhe on Monday, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). At 10:08 p.m. (Beijing Time), Tianzhou-3 completed a computer-orchestrated rendezvous and docking at the rear docking port of the Tianhe core module. The whole process took approximately 6.5 hours, the CMSA said. The Long March-7 Y4 rocket, carrying Tianzhou-3, blasted off at 3:10 p.m. from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in the southern island province of Hainan. After 597 seconds, Tianzhou-3 separated from the rocket and entered its designated orbit. At 3:22 p.m., the solar panels of Tianzhou-3 unfolded and began working