A Xinhua article questioned five issues related to the “Obama War” against Syria.
Huanqiu: The Chinese Style Represents Universal Values
Huanqiu published a commentary on understanding the advantages of the Chinese system. The commentary said that the Chinese style represents universal values.
Beijing Daily: Do Not Leave Space for Universal Values
On September 2, 2013, Beijing Daily published a commentary titled advocating ideological education. Major State media immediately reprinted it under the title “Beijing Daily: Do Not Leave Space for Universal Values.”
Xinhua: The U.S. Use of Force in Syria Entails Great Danger
A September 4, 2013, Xinhua commentary expressed disapproval of the impending U.S. military action against Syria.
"Although the United States claims that military action will be very limited, there are indications that, once a war is launched, it will be difficult for the White House to keep its scale and progress under control. A number of new challenges are more likely to lead the U.S. into new troubles. Moreover, the U.K. has abandoned the use of force in Syria; France is unresolved; NATO’s stance is even more detached. Without the support of allies, one is more doubtful about the U.S.’s ability to end the war in a prudent manner."
"The U.S. military action against Syria may not only leave the problem of chemical weapons difficult to solve; it will likely trigger new threats. Igor Morozov, a member of the Russian Federation Council’s Foreign Affairs Committee, warned, on September 3, that if the U.S. adopts military intervention against Syria, the country’s chemical weapons could fall into the hands of terrorists and spread to the Middle East and all over the world. The U.S. itself would not be spared either."
"What’s even more frightening is that many of the Syrian opposition forces have been infiltrated by Islamic extremists and the al-Qaeda organization. If the extremist forces expand, Syria is bound to be led to a more dangerous path, with the U.S.’s strategic interests jeopardized."
Source: Xinhua, September 4, 2013
http://news.xinhuanet.com/2013-09/04/c_117230481.htm
People’s Daily: The Consequences of Using Force against Syria Will Be More Serious than the Iraq War
A People Daily (overseas edition) article commented on the U.S. intention to intervene in Syria for its use of chemical weapons to kill civilians. Below is an excerpt from the article:
People’s Daily: Party Cadres Must Take the Lead to Fight against Bad Speech on the Internet
On September 2, 2013, People’s Daily published a commentary titled, “Be Bold and ‘Show One’s Sword’ at the Critical Moment.” The commentary criticized some Chinese Communist Party officials for not daring to speak up and stop the “extreme words” and “extreme views” on the Internet. The article said that Party cadres must make comments based on the Party’s spirit and principles and guide public opinion. “In the field of ideology, Party cadres must take the lead to fight against bad speech, dare to show their sword, and take responsibility."
Source: People’s Daily, September 2, 2013
http://opinion.people.com.cn/n/2013/0902/c1003-22768027.html
Beijing Evening News: Bring Bo Xilai’s Son Back to China for Justice
On September 3, 2013, China Review News published an article, originally from Beijing Evening News, calling for bringing Bo Guagua, the son of the arrested former Politburo member Bo Xilai, back to the People’s Republic of China so that “justice could be served.” In a recent photo, Bo Guagua was seen sipping a drink while chatting cheerfully with friends in a café in New York City. He is attending graduate school at Columbia University. According to the article, Bo Guagua is the major cause of Bo Xilai and his wife’s corruption.
Source: Beijing Evening News, September 3, 2013
http://www.zhgpl.com/doc/1027/1/4/7/102714716.html?coluid=5&kindid=23&docid=102714716&mdate=0903100852
Huanqiu: China Works on 3 Big Secret Military Projects
On September 3, 2013, Huanqiu, the Chinese edition of Global Times, published an article titled, “China Works on Three Big, Secret Military Projects? Divine Light and High Energy Weapons.” China’s National High-Tech Research and Development Program (the 863 Program) has vigorously worked on three types of mysterious military and civil dual-use high-tech research and development projects: 1) high power laser weapons development; 2) hypersonic aerobatic technology; 3) the 2nd generation “Beidou” satellite navigation system.
Source: Huanqiu, September 3, 2013
http://mil.huanqiu.com/paper/2013-09/4314480.html