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United States — United States Department of Defense & Lin Jian

7 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026

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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense updated its blacklist of Chinese companies, identifying them as aiding the Chinese military, which serves as the official basis for the US action. This agency is the emmitent of the action.
Lin Jian: Lin Jian, China's foreign ministry spokesman, publicly condemned the US blacklisting, urging Washington to correct its practices and warning of retaliatory measures.
Jun 08, 2026 · 86 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon is involved in the naval blockade and military operations around the Strait of Hormuz, supporting the economic pressure campaign.
Lin Jian: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson called for political resolution and warned against sanctions, reflecting China's concern over potential secondary sanctions.
Aug 06, 2026 · 325 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense has reported the cost of the war with Iran to be $29 billion, highlighting the financial burden of the conflict.
Lin Jian: Lin Jian, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, reiterated China's stance on resolving the conflict through dialogue and prudence.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense has reported the cost of the war with Iran to be $29 billion, highlighting the financial burden of the conflict.
Lin Jian: Lin Jian, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, reiterated China's stance on resolving the conflict through dialogue and prudence.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon received Trump's order to reduce the exercises. It has not publicly detailed the extent of the reduction, but the move affects military readiness and alliance coordination.
Lin Jian: Chinese foreign ministry spokesman who said China noted the reports and supports peace and stability.
Aug 10, 2026 · 306 articles
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Lin Jian: Lin Jian, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, denounced the Pentagon report, stating it distorts China's defense policy and sows discord.
Dec 22, 2025 · 20 articles
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Lin Jian: Lin Jian, China's foreign ministry spokesman, responded to the United States intelligence report by stating that the Taiwan issue is China's internal affair and urged the United States to act cautiously.
Mar 18, 2026 · 12 articles
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