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PLAAF
China’s War on Maritime Law
By James R. Holmes
China is using language to quietly redefine international maritime law.
Setting Naval Priorities
By James R. Holmes
The Naval Diplomat on the USS Saratoga, China's rogue pilots and setting naval priorities.
China's New Age of Military Diplomacy
By Robert Farley
The PLA has expanded its presence and influence in the international military community over the last year.
Why China Might Beat the US in a Naval Clash
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Australia's position in the Asia-Pacific, the Chinese air force, and more. Mid-week links.
Should China Care About the Future of Its Airpower?
By Robert Farley
There's little reason for China to concern itself with its air force's organization structure at this point.
Does China Care About Air Power?
By Ankit Panda
The PLA has always been a ground force-centric military. Is that changing?
China’s Air Force Modernization: ‘Unprecedented in History’
By Zachary Keck
The Pentagon's annual report on China says that the scale of the PLAAF's modernization is "unprecedented in history."
Can the Chinese and US Air Forces Get Along?
By Robert Farley
Policymakers from both states should pay close attention to the prospect of maintaining ties between their air forces.
Global Space Spending Drops For First Time Since 1995
By Ankit Panda
Also, China's Hongdu L-15 is back in production, USS Taylor runs aground, PLA soldiers getting too big. Links.
China’s Drafting a South China Sea ADIZ
By Zachary Keck
China reportedly began drawing up plans for a South China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone as early as May 2013.
US Firm Under Investigation For Using Made-in-China Parts in F-35 Components
By Ankit Panda
Also, Chinese military planning changes, a U.S.-South Korean military deal, and Edward Snowden in India. Mid-week links.
China's Carrier-Based J-15 Begins Mass Production, Delivery
By Zachary Keck
China’s state media reports that its 4th generation multirole aircraft is being mass produced and delivered to the PLA.