May 15, 2009

Rare photo of missile convoy in western China published on Internet site

A Chinese Internet site last week published a photo of a convoy of what were identified as short-range missiles. It was a very rare display of China’s main weapon system and the centerpiece of its military buildup. The photo appeared to be an unofficial snapshot of at least five road-mobile missiles being transported on a road in western Xinjiang Province.  (FULL STORY)
A China military analysts said the missile unit could be a launch unit with nine missiles. [ZOOM] Reuters

Beijing sees success in maritime boundary disputes as crucial for superpower status

On May 11, Beijing submitted to the United Nations continental shelf-related claims over the East China Sea, saying that it would settle sovereignty disputes over the South China Sea and other areas through “peaceful negotiations.” Under existing international conventions, countries automatically exercise sovereign rights within 20 nautical miles from their coastal baselines.  (FULL STORY)
Chinese Navy submarines and warships take part in an international fleet review to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army Navy in Qingdao, on April 23.   Reuters/Guang Niu
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