China Blames U.S. for Strained Military Ties, Reasserts Sovereignty Claims
China's defense ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang on Thursday blamed the U.S. for difficulties in military communication, reiterated China's peaceful space use stance, and reaffirmed sovereignty claims over the Diaoyu Dao and South China Sea islands.
China Blames U.S. for Strained Military Ties, Reasserts Sovereignty Claims
China's defense ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang on Thursday blamed the U.S. for difficulties in military communication, reiterated China's peaceful space use stance, and reaffirmed sovereignty claims over the Diaoyu Dao and South China Sea islands.
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52% Bias Score
China Condemns US Military Report, Urges Improved Relations
China's Ministry of National Defense on Saturday strongly criticized a U.S. Department of Defense report on China's military, accusing it of misinterpreting China's policies and exaggerating threats; China urged the U.S. to rectify its perception of China and improve relations.
China Condemns US Military Report, Urges Improved Relations
China's Ministry of National Defense on Saturday strongly criticized a U.S. Department of Defense report on China's military, accusing it of misinterpreting China's policies and exaggerating threats; China urged the U.S. to rectify its perception of China and improve relations.
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56% Bias Score
Ma Ying-jeou's Mainland Trip Promotes Cross-Strait Youth Exchanges
Former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou began his third mainland China visit on Wednesday, leading 20 Taiwanese youths to Heilongjiang and Sichuan provinces to promote cross-Strait exchanges amid tense relations, emphasizing the importance of youth engagement to build understanding and peace.
Ma Ying-jeou's Mainland Trip Promotes Cross-Strait Youth Exchanges
Former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou began his third mainland China visit on Wednesday, leading 20 Taiwanese youths to Heilongjiang and Sichuan provinces to promote cross-Strait exchanges amid tense relations, emphasizing the importance of youth engagement to build understanding and peace.
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48% Bias Score
Double Homicide in Sydney Linked to Drug Debt
The bodies of Jai-Bao \"Rex\" Chen and his wife Zhuojin \"Sally\" Li were discovered in Botany, Sydney; police believe the double homicide was financially motivated, connected to Chen's drug-related debts, with two suspects fleeing to either Taiwan or China.
Double Homicide in Sydney Linked to Drug Debt
The bodies of Jai-Bao \"Rex\" Chen and his wife Zhuojin \"Sally\" Li were discovered in Botany, Sydney; police believe the double homicide was financially motivated, connected to Chen's drug-related debts, with two suspects fleeing to either Taiwan or China.
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28% Bias Score
China's Military Drills Near Taiwan Escalate Tensions
China conducted military exercises near Taiwan in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's US visit, escalating tensions with the US and highlighting the ongoing dispute over Taiwan's sovereignty.
China's Military Drills Near Taiwan Escalate Tensions
China conducted military exercises near Taiwan in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's US visit, escalating tensions with the US and highlighting the ongoing dispute over Taiwan's sovereignty.
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48% Bias Score
Taiwan declares end to major Chinese military drills
On December 13th, 2024, Taiwan declared the end of large-scale Chinese military drills around the island, involving up to 90 ships simulating attacks and blockades, following the return of Chinese vessels to port. These actions followed Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's US trip which angered Beijin...
Taiwan declares end to major Chinese military drills
On December 13th, 2024, Taiwan declared the end of large-scale Chinese military drills around the island, involving up to 90 ships simulating attacks and blockades, following the return of Chinese vessels to port. These actions followed Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's US trip which angered Beijin...
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40% Bias Score
China Condemns US NDAA's Anti-China Provisions
The Chinese Foreign Ministry condemned the 2025 US National Defense Authorization Act, signed Monday, for its 107 mentions of China and vowed strong countermeasures, citing threats to its sovereignty, security, and development interests.
China Condemns US NDAA's Anti-China Provisions
The Chinese Foreign Ministry condemned the 2025 US National Defense Authorization Act, signed Monday, for its 107 mentions of China and vowed strong countermeasures, citing threats to its sovereignty, security, and development interests.
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Trump's Opposition to CHIPS Act Threatens US Semiconductor Strategy
President-elect Trump's opposition to the $280 billion CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at boosting US semiconductor manufacturing, threatens to delay or alter the distribution of funds to companies like TSMC and Samsung, creating uncertainty for the global chip industry.
Trump's Opposition to CHIPS Act Threatens US Semiconductor Strategy
President-elect Trump's opposition to the $280 billion CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at boosting US semiconductor manufacturing, threatens to delay or alter the distribution of funds to companies like TSMC and Samsung, creating uncertainty for the global chip industry.
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44% Bias Score
China's Expanding Nuclear Arsenal and Growing Military Pressure on Taiwan
A new Pentagon report reveals China's expanding nuclear arsenal (over 600 warheads, projected to exceed 1,000 by 2030), increased military pressure on Taiwan (simulated blockades), and strengthening ties with Russia, while internal corruption hampers its military modernization.
China's Expanding Nuclear Arsenal and Growing Military Pressure on Taiwan
A new Pentagon report reveals China's expanding nuclear arsenal (over 600 warheads, projected to exceed 1,000 by 2030), increased military pressure on Taiwan (simulated blockades), and strengthening ties with Russia, while internal corruption hampers its military modernization.
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40% Bias Score
China's Anti-Corruption Campaign Slows Military Modernization
The Pentagon's report reveals that China's anticorruption campaign, removing at least 15 high-ranking military officials and defense executives since mid-2023, is impeding the People's Liberation Army's modernization plans by 2027, impacting development, acquisition, construction, and personnel.
China's Anti-Corruption Campaign Slows Military Modernization
The Pentagon's report reveals that China's anticorruption campaign, removing at least 15 high-ranking military officials and defense executives since mid-2023, is impeding the People's Liberation Army's modernization plans by 2027, impacting development, acquisition, construction, and personnel.
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40% Bias Score
Xi Jinping Purges Top Military Aide, Raising Concerns About Chinese Military Stability
Admiral Miao Hua, a close Xi Jinping confidant and head of the CMC's political work department, was purged for "serious disciplinary violations," raising concerns about the Chinese military's readiness amid growing geopolitical tensions.
Xi Jinping Purges Top Military Aide, Raising Concerns About Chinese Military Stability
Admiral Miao Hua, a close Xi Jinping confidant and head of the CMC's political work department, was purged for "serious disciplinary violations," raising concerns about the Chinese military's readiness amid growing geopolitical tensions.
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44% Bias Score
China's Unprecedented Taiwan Drills Spark Regional Tensions
China conducted large-scale military exercises around Taiwan this week, marking the largest naval deployment since 1996 and prompting a four-day alert. China's unusual silence surrounding the drills, only broken by a cryptic quote from Sun Tzu, signals a concerning shift in its military strategy. Ex...
China's Unprecedented Taiwan Drills Spark Regional Tensions
China conducted large-scale military exercises around Taiwan this week, marking the largest naval deployment since 1996 and prompting a four-day alert. China's unusual silence surrounding the drills, only broken by a cryptic quote from Sun Tzu, signals a concerning shift in its military strategy. Ex...
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40% Bias Score