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China's Maritime Dominance: Controlling the South China Sea
China has rapidly expanded its sea power, becoming the world's largest shipowner by tonnage and boasting the largest navy by hull count. The Chinese Navy has outbuilt the US Navy by about 25% over the past decade, and China is projected to continue growing its vessel count while the US fleet size decreases. China's naval expansion extends to submarines and coast guard ships, with plans to have 80 submarines by 2035 and the world's largest coast guard fleet. Additionally, China's commercial fishing fleet has near-global reach, and its commercial ships can be utilized for military purposes. China's expanding maritime capabilities are accompanied by efforts to secure port access around the world.
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China's Expanding Naval Reach: Beyond Its Neighborhood and into Global Waters
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
China's navy, now the world's largest, is expanding its capabilities beyond its shores, with ambitions for blue-water operations and the establishment of overseas military outposts. Analysis from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies suggests that China is seeking port access in various locations, including Cambodia and potentially Africa's Atlantic coast. China's Belt and Road Initiative has facilitated its expansion into ports worldwide, providing logistical support for its navy. While China denies seeking expansion or spheres of influence, satellite imagery and other evidence indicate the development of naval bases, raising concerns for the United States and its allies. However, China's path to establishing permanent overseas bases is complex, as it lacks formal allies and faces security risks.
Ukraine's Sea Drones Shift Black Sea Power Dynamics
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
Ukraine has utilized sea drones to challenge Russia's dominant navy in the Black Sea, disrupting Russian military supply lines and shipping routes, thereby altering the military balance of power in the region.
Arctic Power Struggle: America's Military Trails China and Russia
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
The United States is falling behind in the race for the melting Arctic as it competes with a partnership between Russia and China. The US has fewer icebreakers and ports, and less experience in the region, while Russian and Chinese vessels have been spotted in the Bering Sea near Alaska's Aleutian Islands.
"US Navy's Response to China's Naval Buildup and Taiwan Threats: Remaking Naval Power for the 21st Century"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
As China continues to build up its naval force and threatens Taiwan, concerns have been raised about the readiness of the U.S. Navy. China has significantly expanded its navy, with plans to invade Taiwan by 2027, while the U.S. Navy remains a formidable force but faces challenges in countering China's military advancements. The U.S. Navy is prepared to defend Taiwan if necessary, with a focus on aircraft carriers and submarines, which provide a significant advantage over China's capabilities. Tensions in the Western Pacific are rising, leading to closer military ties between the U.S. and its allies in the region.
U.S. Navy's Preparedness Amid China's Naval Buildup and Taiwan Threats
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
The US Navy is preparing for the possibility of war with China as tensions rise and China builds up its naval force, threatening Taiwan. China has the largest navy in the world and has threatened to invade Taiwan, an important US ally. The US Navy is mustering about 300 ships, with 100 ships at sea at all times. The Navy is also closely monitoring China's military progress, including its development of long-range precision guided weapons and "carrier killer" missiles. The US Navy remains a formidable fighting force, but officers within the service have questioned its readiness.