Chinese officials called the move a routine annual rotation, but it raised fresh worries about the possible use of force.

What to make of the new Chinese defense white paper, the first since 2015.

At some point, the Chinese military will need to test its new capabilities – and Vietnam is likely the preferred adversary.

Are we seeing the gradual decline of the PLA as a force in formal Chinese politics?

What the reshuffling of top leadership tells us about the future development of PLA aviation.

The Strategic Support Force’s future trajectory will be a critical bellwether of the PLA’s progress toward becoming a “world-class” military.

Both fallen generals (one of whom already committed suicide) were accused of “being two-faced” and “disloyal to the Party.”

Besides new equipment, we need to pay attention to how China is upgrading old systems.

How will Beijing provide security for Chinese personnel and infrastructure along the Belt and Road?

Understanding the motivations behind reforms helps us project what's next for the PLA.

China’s increased capability for joint operations means Taiwan must rethink the Chinese military threat.