People's Liberation Army (PLA)

Manipur security crackdown on militants and arms recovery

9 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Manipur security forces arrest multiple members of banned insurgent groups

Following intensive joint raids in late July 2026 that arrested militants from the Kangleipak Communist Party, Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup, UNLF and other banned outfits, Manipur’s security forces continued the pressure. On

China-Taiwan military pressure escalation continues

33 clusters · 131 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Taiwan detects PLA aircraft and naval vessels conducting joint drills

China-Taiwan military pressure has escalated significantly throughout much of 2026, characterized by increased PLA incursions, naval presence, and strategic maneuvers. Throughout May and June, Taiwan observed a rising tr

Xi's anti‑corruption purge widens and deepens

17 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Xi Jinping conducts major purges within Chinese military leadership

The anti‑corruption drive that began in early May 2026 has continued to reshape the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and the broader party‑state hierarchy. In late June, the National People’s Congress standing committee re

US-China AI Competition and Regulatory Escalation

11 clusters · 91 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: China advances AI dominance through energy and data infrastructure

Following the July 25 Genesis Mission funding announcement, the United States paired investment with diplomacy, confirming a senior-level AI dialogue with China and signing the San Francisco Declaration with South Korea.

Taiwan Han Kuang 42 unscripted war games

10 clusters · 91 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Taiwan strengthens island defenses and artillery tactics

The Han Kuang 42 live-fire drills, held from 5 August to 14 August 2026, utilized an unscripted format to test command coordination and responsiveness against potential Chinese incursions. Described as the largest ever h