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· 1. 60th Anniversary of PRC
· 2. 60th Anniversary of PLA Air Force
· 3. 60th Anniversary of PLA Navy
· 4. 10th Anniversary of Macao´s Return to China
· 5. 50th Anniversary of Democratic Reform in Tibet

Key Events

· 1. 60th Anniversary of PRC
· 2. 60th Anniversary of PLA Air Force
· 3. 60th Anniversary of PLA Navy
· 4. 10th Anniversary of Macao´s Return to China
· 5. 50th Anniversary of Democratic Reform in Tibet
60th Anniversary of
People´s Republic of China

Chinese President Hu Jintao called on the Chinese people to unite more closely to build a "rich, strong, democratic, civilized, harmonious and modernized socialist country."
Fireworks highlights China´s National Day

Fireworks explode over the Tian´anmen Square in central Beijing during a grand gala marking the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People´s Republic of China, Oct. 1, 2009.
Hu Jintao reviews Chinese troops

Top Chinese state and military leader Hu Jintao on Thursday inspected the country´s defense forces which will also stage a massive parade in Beijing in celebration of the 60th founding anniversary of New China.
Grand National Day Military Parade -- Troop Formations

China´s military parade reached a climax as a formation of Guard of Honor of the People´s Liberation Army (PLA) three services marched past Tian´anmen in the center of Beijing.
Grand National Day Military Parade -- Equipment Formation

China´s military parade reached a climax as a formation of Guard of Honor of the People´s Liberation Army (PLA) three services marched past Tian´anmen in the center of Beijing.
Grand National Day Military Parade -- Airforce Formation

China´s military parade reached a climax as a formation of Guard of Honor of the People´s Liberation Army (PLA) three services marched past Tian´anmen in the center of Beijing.
60th Anniversary of PLA Air Force

China´s People´s Liberation Army (PLA) air force puts its most advanced warplanes on display in the suburbs of Beijing in November, to mark the 60th founding anniversary of the PLA air force.
Air show marks PLA Air Force´s 60th Anniversary

China´s People´s Liberation Army (PLA) air force puts its most advanced warplanes on display in the suburbs of Beijing in November, to mark the 60th founding anniversary of the PLA air force.
Air show marks PLA Air Force´s 60th Anniversary

China´s People´s Liberation Army (PLA) air force puts its most advanced warplanes on display in the suburbs of Beijing in November, to mark the 60th founding anniversary of the PLA air force.
"August First" Aerobatics Team aims for the sky

As the J-7 fighter makes way for the new J-10 models, the PLA August 1st Aerobatic Team is using the next generation of hardware, to become one of the world´s top airborne teams.
"August First" Aerobatics Team aims for the sky

The PLA´s Paratroopers have made careful preparations to mark the air force´s 60th anniversary. The August 1st Paratroop Group also includes about 30 female airborne soldiers.
60th Anniversary of PLA Navy

The Chinese Navy held a grand maritime parade to mark its 60th anniversary. The celebrations were held off the coast of Qingdao. It was the first time the PLA Navy has ever held a parade of this kind.
Chinese navy to play bigger role on world stage

China will build on its naval strength to suit national interests, as well as protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The announcement comes from Defense Minister Liang Guanglie. The celebrations in Qingdao will also show the nation as a force for "peace, harmony and cooperation" at sea.
China holds maritime parade to mark PLA Navy´s 60th anniversary

A new type of missile speed boat of the Chinese People´s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy takes part in a naval parade of the PLA Navy warships and aircraft in waters off Qingdao, east China´s Shandong Province, on April 23, 2009.
Missile destroyer: Stars of Chinese navy

Real gunfire, with a real task. This is the debut of China´s new generation of missile destroyers in joint overseas drills. The target is pirates and endangered ships.
China builds up submarine fleet

Submarine fleets are seen as one of the most powerful features of any military force. And China´s own fleet is what lies behind the country´s underwater "Great Wall".
Macao 10 Years On: 1999 ~ 2009

Since its return to the mainland 10 years ago, Macao has witnessed great changes reflecting the success and vitality of the "one country, two systems" principle. With its economy more prosperous than ever, and people´s livelihoods substantially improved, Macao is confidently looking forward to another 10 years of success.
Hu Jintao reviews PLA garrison troops in Macao

President Hu Jintao inspected the People´s Liberation Army garrison troops in Macao Sunday, praising them for their important role in maintaining Macao´s prosperity and stability.
Third-term gov´t inauguration held in Macao

The celebration gathering marking the10th anniversary of Macao´s return to the motherland and the inauguration of the third-term government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) were held here Sunday.
Beauty of Macao SAR in 2009

China´s Macao Special Administrative Region has seen a bright decade since its establishment: its economic output tripled thanks to the liberalization of its gaming industry, and public security remained sound after 1999. Its fast development is continuing.
Fireworks light up Macao

To celebrate its tenth anniversary of returning to the motherland, Macao staged its biggest ever fireworks play Sunday night. The whole show lasted for 20 minutes, with fireworks shooting into the night sky from 7 locations scattered across Macao. One of the launch sites was on the Macao Friendship Bridge. The 3.4 kilometer bridge made a spectacular stage for the show.
50th Anniversary of Democratic Reform in Tibet

March, 2009 is the 50th anniversary of the democratic reform in the Tibet Autonomous Region. 50 years ago, Tibet witnessed its Democratic Reform. It overthrew the feudal serfdom system, and slaves and serfs were emancipated from the darkness of cruel oppression.
China publishes report on Tibet´s economic, social development

The Beijing-based China Tibetology Research Center published a comprehensive report on Tibet´s economic and social development on Monday, in which it outlined the region´s changes over the past 50 years through facts and figures.
Dream of the 11th Panchen Lama

Most 19-year-old men dream of a pretty girlfriend, a happy life or a good job. He is different. Born shouldering a sacred mission as one of the two most senior living Buddhas in Tibet, the 11th Panchen Lama has a big dream. "My dream is, the world is peaceful, our motherland is stable, people live in harmony, Buddhism is prosperous," said the elegant young man, neatly clad in saffron monk robe and wearing a string of prayer beads at his left wrist.
A day to remember, for Tibetans and all

Tibet´s regional legislature decided on Monday to commemorate the end of feudal serfdom every year on March 28 -- the day the Chinese central government dissolved the aristocratic local government of Tibet and freed more than 1 million serfs.
Tibetans hail "Serfs Emancipation Day"

Emgyi Arma, 86 years old, said she cried with tears when she got the news that Emancipation Day was established. "Thank the government for the decision to mark the day. I hope our youth would not forget the history," said the old woman who was presented as a gift by her owner in Xigaze to an aristocrat in Dagdze County of Lhasa when she was a teenager.

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