China's control is most pronounced in materials like gallium, accounting for 98 percent of global production. Gallium is vital for manufacturing high-performance microchips used in cutting-edge military technologies such as advanced radar systems and missile guidance platforms.

The United States announced a probe looking at China's use of "extensive anti-competitive and non-market means" to dominate the global market for legacy "workhorse" semiconductors and its impact on the U.

The number of Chinese medium-range ballistic missiles, capable of striking U.S. bases in Japan, has increased by 300.

A spokesperson for China's foreign ministry said Beijing would take "all necessary measures" and warned the U.S. that Taiwan is "a red line that must not be crossed," Reuters reported. The aid package totals $571 million.

China does not dominate global chip production yet, but its market share is growing fast. The U.S. government estimates that China could be responsible for more than 40 percent of global capacity in foundational chips by 2032, with more than half of the world’s capacity in some segments.

A new report from a pro-tech advocacy group warns that China's advancements on artificial intelligence could pose both an economic and national security threat to the U.S.

A Chinese Foreign Ministry statement urged the U.S. to stop arming Taiwan and stop what it called “dangerous moves that undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.” U.S. military sales and assistance aim to help Taiwan defend itself and deter China from launching an attack.

CHINA said today that a plan by the Philippines to deploy mid-range missiles would be a provocative move that stokes regional tensions. The warning to the close ally of the United States comes as China slams the US for being the biggest threat to global security and for its occupation of part of Cuban territory.

China is skirting U.S. efforts to block its interference in areas ranging from trade to national security by cozying up with state officials to foster relations and keep its influence active in the U.

As China plans to expand its submarine forces, AUKUS is making serious efforts to counter Beijing with new stealthy submarines.