China removes five generals from national lawmaking bodyLi Qiaoming, who has been the commander of the PLA Ground Force, and Shen Jinlong, former PLA Navy commander, were dismissed as NPC deput...
China's PLA Navy conducts historic dual aircraft carrier exercises in South China SeaChina's People's Liberation Army Navy has undertaken dual aircraft carrier formation exercises in the South China Sea for the first time, i...
China's naval ambitions take a big hit: World's largest navy's new nuclear submarine sinks, satellite images confirm accidentChina's latest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank earlier this year, according to a senior U.S. defense official. The incident raises qu...
President Xi promotes two naval officers to top ranks amid South China Sea, Taiwan tensionsThe promoted officers included Political Commissar of the Southern Theatre Command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Wang Wenquan, and ...
China could project military power from Pakistan's Gwadar portThe most commonly cited motive has to do with energy security, that is, as insurance against a blockade of the Strait of Malacca, a crucial...
Two Indian naval ships to take part in Chinese Navy's 70th anniversary celebrationsDuring the visit, Indian Ambassador to China Vikram Misri long with the Commanding Officer of INS Kolkata, Captain Aditya Hara, will host a...
China reduces army by half; increases size of navy, air force in big wayIn the last few years, the PLA has downsized its military by retrenching three lakh troops under the military reforms initiated by Presiden...
Indian Ocean cannot be backyard of India: ChinaChina recognises India's special role in stabilising Indian Ocean region but perception that it is India's "backyard" may result in clashes...
China to downsize army to under a million in biggest troop cutThe People's Liberation Army (PLA) in China will increase the numbers of other services, including navy and missile forces.
China commissions sophisticated, round-the-clock naval reconnaissance shipIn a rare move, PLA Navy media outlet made public the composition of the nation's electronic intelligence fleet comprising of six ships, in...
26/11 Mumbai attack-like terror incidents a major worry for China's PLA NavyAccording to China's military strategy, PLA Navy will enhance its capabilities for strategic deterrence and counterattack, maritime manoeuv...
China vows to deepen maritime security ties with PakistanChina will work with Pakistan to push forward the construction of the the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, China's General Fan said.
Chinese Navy officers visit Eastern Naval Command headquartersThe officers called on Eastern Naval Commander Vice Admiral Anil Chopra and held discussions on issues of mutual interest.
Indian Navy ship draws large crowds at Chinese portINS Shivalik, drew large crowds at the Chinese port of Qingdao when it was opened for public viewing while several dignitaries attended a r...
Indian naval ship to hold drills with Chinese, Pak vesselsINS Shivalik, an indigenously built stealth frigate has been invited by the PLA Navy to take part in the event marking its 65th anniversary.
- China forms first carrier-borne aviation force
China announced the formation of its first aircraft carrier-borne aviation force, signalling its determination to enhance its navy's might.
- Chinese navy to take part in multinational exercise in Pakistan
A Chinese naval fleet heading for piracy-hit Somali waters for escort missions will take part in a multinational exercise in Pakistan in Ma...