Chinese military

The Chinese military is the armed forces of the People's Republic of China, including the People's Liberation Army (PLA), and is responsible for national defense and the projection of state power.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to its continued involvement in regional military exercises, technological advancements, and alleged ties to commercial entities that face international sanctions.

Latest on Chinese military

• STAT+: Trump administration removes WuXi AppTec from its Chinese military list
• Wuxi Apptec removed from Pentagon list of chinese military companies
• Two Chinese companies cleared to buy banned Nvidia AI chips have empty offices and unknown addresses — investigation reveals businesses have ties to sanctioned Chinese military suppliers
• Chinese military vessels and spy drones track Keen Sword war games off Japan
• Are Chinese military aircraft already using a new joint air facility in Laos?
• US Air Force to shut down research centre focusing on Chinese military
• The approvals came despite warnings from officials about potential misuse by the Chinese military.
• U.S. Cleared Nvidia Chips to Chinese Firms With Empty Offices and Troubling Ties

Connections

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