And Donald Trump is preparing to return for a second term as president, Information from US intelligence agencies said that clearly Even though Russia is causing problems in Europe But China is a country that has the ability to be a competitor global in the long run. China is accelerating the development of significant military capabilities. which the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) believes is necessary to confront the United States. If there is a major conflict
Even the PLA is not fully prepared for war with the United States. But China aims to It aims to “modernize the military” by 2035 and aims to have world-class capabilities of the army by 2049. However, China’s military has progressed rapidly from an army that once a small unequipped army. becoming a superpower in Asia today With this China’s military is as effective or even higher than the United States’ military.
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is not only the largest navy in the world. but also a modern fleet. According to CSIS, about 70% of China’s warships were built after 2010, more than 25% of the US In terms of design and materials, many of them are of the same quality as US warships.
Although the US warship It will be larger and more armed. But China is catching up fast. One of the main measures of naval capability is number. In 2004, US warships had an average of 222 VLS cells for every Chinese warship. But right now this portion is similar. And it is expected that Chinese ships will soon be able to pass the United States.
China is also developing new technologies, such as the hybrid propulsion system in its Zhou class submarines, which the United States does not yet have. Introducing the Type 076 amphibious cruiser, which will be the largest in the world and can launch drones using a launcher system.
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) is also developing rapidly. Although some parts are still behind the United States. In terms of modernity But the quality of the latest fighter jets in China is comparable to the quality of NATO countries, and China’s production of stealth fighters is faster than in the United States.
China has more advanced missiles than the United States. Especially in terms of speed, speed and ability to withstand signal interference. China’s air and anti-ship missiles are developing rapidly. This makes China a leader in many areas where the United States You have not invested yet
One of the most frightening developments is China’s hypersonic missiles. At a speed that is 5 times faster than sound This type of missile will make countries The entire defense system must be reviewed this year, said Jeffrey McCormick from the US Air and Space Intelligence Center. Congress has been told that China has a world-class hypersonic missile arsenal, with the United States still developing faster and more accurate missiles. But China has already deployed several hypersonic weapons systems.
It is difficult to clearly assess who is leading the way in advanced technology. Because tests are often not publicly available, however, according to the Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s Chief Technology Research Fellow, by 2024 China will be a leader in six out of seven key areas of military technology. This includes advanced aircraft engines, drones, autonomous robots. and rocket launch systems, while the United States is a leader in one area: small satellites.
Although this classification has been criticized for not covering secret research by both sides. But analysts point out that military capability is not just the sum of individual technologies and weapons. Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine shows that Intangible factors such as poor planning due to military failure Although Russia is considered to have strong military capabilities,
The People’s Liberation Army also has internal problems to deal with, such as corruption. Inadequate logistics system and lack of experience of real war Because they have not fought a war for decades. The integration of forces between the army, the navy and the air force is still a problem that also needs improvement.
Although China spends less on its military than the United States (less than 2% of GDP compared to the United States), But China’s rapid development has raised concerns in the United States, with the Secretary of the Army Air Force Frank Kendall said, “We are in a race for military technological supremacy.” And we have no time left. “
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2024-11-18 03:14:00
How can the United States effectively address the challenges posed by China’s rapid military modernization while promoting dialogue and avoiding escalation?
Interview with Dr. Amy B. Zegart, the FSI Davies Family Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies and the Morris Arnold and Bertha Vested Center Fellow at the FSI’s Center for International Security and Cooperation (CISAC), and Dr. Michael Martina, an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley, on the rapid military advancement of China and its implications for the United States.
**Section 1: Understanding China’s Military Ambitions and Modernization Efforts**
Q: Can you help us understand China’s recent military advancements and modernization efforts? How significant is this development in terms of China’s strategic posture and global ambitions?
**Section 2: Assessing China’s Comparative Military Capabilities**
Q: How does China’s military compare with those of the United States and other key global powers today? What are some areas where China is particularly strong or weak?
**Section 3: Technological Innovation and Research**
Q: The article mentions China’s focus on developing hypersonic weapons and advanced missile systems. Can you discuss how these technologies might impact the balance of power between China and the U.S., and what implications they might have for defense strategy?
**Section 4: The Role of Technology in Military Dominance**
Q: How important is technological superiority in determining military dominance in the modern era? Are there other factors that play a role, such as tactics, training, and leadership?
**Section 5: Challenges to China’s Military Progress**
Q: While China’s military has made significant strides, it still faces internal challenges such as corruption, logistical issues, and lack of real-world combat experience. How might these challenges affect China’s ability to maintain its military advancement in the long term?
**Section 6: The U.S.-China Competition and Strategic Outlook**
Q: The article mentions the so-called “Sino-American military technological race.” How do you see this competition evolving over the next decade? What strategies should the U.S. pursue to maintain its edge over China?
