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Pentagon Warns: China Preparing to Win War Against Taiwan by 2027
The Pentagon has issued a warning indicating that China is actively preparing for military action against Taiwan and could potentially be capable of launching an offensive by the year 2027. This asses...
Trump confirms US captured Maduro, bombed Caracas, hours after China meeting
US President Trump made claims of capturing Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and bombing Caracas following months of tension between the US and Venezuela over military pressure and economic sanctions....
NATO’s Europe commander sees growing Russian, Chinese threat in Arctic
U.S. Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, NATO's Joint Forces Command Norfolk-Europe commander, notes that the presence of Russia and China in the Arctic region is not peaceful but rather strategic wi...
Chinese Military Threat Grows According to Pentagon Report
The Pentagon has released a report detailing an increase in China's military capabilities and assertiveness, posing a growing threat to U.S. interests. The report stresses the need for continued vigil...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘China will keep the Quad together. Let’s get through this rough patch quickly’
The article discusses continued support for the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), comprising Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. It suggests that despite current tensions among its m...
China Begins Military Exercises Around Taiwan
China has commenced military training exercises in proximity to Taiwan....
Beijing Favoring Invasion, Says Pentagon Report
A Pentagon report suggests that China is leaning towards an invasion strategy regarding Taiwan according to The Taipei Times....
Deluded use of 'force' to swallow Taiwan! Pentagon warns: China testing multiple scenarios
The article discusses warnings from the Pentagon about potential aggressive actions by China towards Taiwan, suggesting that Beijing is considering and possibly testing various strategic scenarios inv...
Pentagon Report: China Plans Violent Annexation of Taiwan by End of 2027
A Pentagon report suggests that China may plan to forcibly annex Taiwan by the end of 2027. This assessment is based on an ongoing analysis of Chinese military capabilities and strategic intentions to...
China plans massive invasion, exact date known?! Pentagon uncovers secret plans: We will not give up force
The article suggests that reports and speculations are circulating regarding China's alleged planning of a large-scale military operation or invasion. According to these claims, the Pentagon asserts i...
China Plans Sudden Invasion: The Exact Date Is Known, Pentagon Reveals
The article suggests that according to sources within the Pentagon, China is planning a sudden military invasion and the exact date of this potential incursion has been determined by the US defense es...
Pakistan seals $4bn arms deal to sell Chinese warplanes to Libya's Khalifa Haftar: Report
Pakistan has finalized an arms deal worth more than $4 billion with General Khalifa Haftar's Libyan National Army to sell military equipment and Chinese-made warplanes. Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakis...
Russia and China Could Simultaneously Attack Taiwan and Europe
The article discusses the theoretical possibility of Russia and China launching simultaneous military attacks on Taiwan and European territories as part of their broader strategic interests or in resp...
Key lessons from China’s ascent over the past 25 years
The article discusses the significant impact of China's rise over the past quarter-century as a key player on the global stage along with other developing nations. It emphasizes that this growth was n...
All the weapons China doesn’t want Taiwan to have
The U.S. Department of Defense's recent report on China Military Power indicates that China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is ready for an amphibious assault on Taiwan. The PLA possesses comprehensi...
Rutte Claims That Russia, Iran and China Seek Confrontation with NATO
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte asserts that Russia, Iran, and China are actively seeking confrontation with NATO. He highlights the aggressive behavior displayed by these nations as a threat to the a...
How China’s global investment model is changing – and what it means for the yuan
China has shifted from being a major recipient of foreign direct investment (FDI) to becoming one of the world's largest outbound investors in recent years. As ODI exceeds FDI inflows, this change ill...
Pentagon's 'Slimmed Down' 2025 China Military Power Report
The Pentagon has released an abbreviated version of its report assessing China’s military power and strategic intentions up to the year 2025, focusing on capabilities, defense strategy, and potential ...
Former Defense Minister Warns of China and Russia: NATO Must Strengthen Presence in Greenland
A former defense minister has warned that both China and Russia pose threats to Europe's strategic interests in the Arctic, particularly concerning Greenland. They suggest an increased international p...
Maduro seizure: implications for US allies and China
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the United States raises significant concerns for both the U.S. allies and international relations involving China....
How the 'Donroe Doctrine' Reinforces Xi's Vision of Power in Asia
The 'Donroe Doctrine' refers to China's assertive stance and initiatives that aim to strengthen its influence and control over neighboring Asian countries. This doctrine is a part of President Xi Jinp...
Beijing warns of war over Taiwan ruling party’s move to rebrand cross-strait relations law
Chinese authorities have warned against a move by Taiwanese lawmakers to amend legislation related to cross-strait affairs, deeming it an act toward 'de jure independence' and increasing the risk of c...
As Trump focuses on U.S. backyard, Venezuela attack emboldens China
President Trump's emphasis on Latin America and potential intervention in Venezuela could inadvertently strengthen China’s influence in both the region and the Indo-Pacific area....
How Will the World Look in 2029? Few Trust NATO, Ukraine is Worn Down, Chinese Imports Increase
The article discusses potential geopolitical scenarios for 2029, highlighting a declining trust in NATO among member and partner nations due to perceived ineffectiveness or inaction. It also mentions ...
HF-2E launcher sighting exposes Taiwan’s mainland strike intent
With Chinese live-fire exercises increasing around Taiwan, a rare sighting of the mobile launcher for Taipei's long-concealed cruise missile shows how the island plans to target mainland China. This r...
Japanese business leaders shelve annual China trip as tensions mount
A group of around 200 leading Japanese business figures have postponed their annual trip to mainland China for the first time in over a decade due to tensions between Beijing and Tokyo concerning Taiw...
Beijing's Pakistan Arms Support During Operation Sindoor Undermines Mediator Credibility: South Asia Analyst Michael Kugelman
South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman has criticized China's claim of acting as a mediator during the India-Pakistan military confrontation in May 2025, pointing out that Beijing simultaneously provided...
Is China’s truck-mounted catapult system enabling merchant aircraft carriers?
Images have surfaced online showing what appears to be an electromagnetic catapult system mounted on eight-wheeled trucks, configured for launching large drones from a modified cargo ship. This setup ...
China stages drills around Taiwan to deter 'external' forces
Taiwan has accused China of military intimidation following Beijing's announcement of live-fire naval and air force exercises around the island. This action comes amid rising tensions after Japanese P...
China Learns from Russia's Mistakes in Ukraine and Plans Attack on Taiwan
The article suggests that China has been closely observing Russia's actions and mistakes made during its military operations in Ukraine. Based on this analysis, China is purportedly devising strategie...
Japan responds to China with unprecedented number of F-2 Fighters with anti-ship missiles
In December 2025, Japan deployed an unusual number of JASDF F-2 fighter aircraft equipped with 64 anti-ship missiles in response to Chinese naval activity near Japanese waters. This deployment was obs...
Pentagon Report Reveals China Continues Military Preparations Along Indian Border Despite Recent Diplomatic Progress
According to recent Pentagon reports, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between India and China to stabilize their relations, China persists in military preparations along the Line of Actual Control ...
Pentagon Trying to Undermine Relations Between Beijing and Other Countries
The Pentagon aims to destabilize relations between China and other nations through various strategic maneuvers....
China Claims on Arunachal Pradesh and Closer Ties with Pakistan: What Alarms India According to the Pentagon Report
The annual Pentagon report highlights growing concerns in India over Chinese territorial claims in Arunachal Pradesh (considered Indian territory by China) and increasing strategic cooperation between...
China Is Shifting Its Nuclear Forces to Swifter Footing: Pentagon
The Pentagon has indicated that China might be enhancing its strategic nuclear capabilities by making adjustments aimed at enabling quicker deployment of its nuclear arsenal. This development is signi...
Forget the F-22 or F-35: China Is Training for Battle Against France’s Dassault Rafale Fighter
China's military exercises suggest they take France's Dassault Rafale seriously as a combat threat, with Chinese and simulated NATO forces engaging in battle scenarios featuring the Rafale against the...
China Plans Military Bases in Four Neighboring Countries Near India, Pentagon Issues Warning
The United States has warned that China intends to establish military bases in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, which are neighboring countries near India. The Pentagon's concern stems fr...
Pentagon: China Likely Loaded More Than 100 ICBMs in Silo Fields
The Pentagon has reported that China may have loaded more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) into silo fields, indicating a significant military buildup. This information comes as pa...
China’s Air Force Is ‘Wargaming’ Against Dassault Rafale Fighters
China's CCTV broadcast rare footage of PLAAF (People's Liberation Army Air Force) tabletop war games featuring eight J-16 multirole fighters against six French-made Rafale jets. The purpose was to sig...
What China’s yuan internationalisation push looks like – and what may hold it back
The Chinese yuan has recently strengthened against the US dollar, reaching its highest level in over a year. This boost is fueling predictions that the currency could reach 6.8 to the dollar by 2026. ...
Pentagon Report Reveals True Military Power of China: Serious Catch-Up and Playing Major League
A recent Pentagon report highlights how China has significantly closed the gap with leading military powers and is now operating at a highly competitive level in global military affairs, indicating st...
Japan Needs Nuclear Powered Submarines Like the U.S. Navy
Analysis suggests Japan requires nuclear-powered submarines to address several strategic naval limitations faced by its diesel-electric fleet in the expansive Western Pacific. Key issues include endur...
J-10 ‘Vigorous Dragon’: China’s Best Fighter Not Named J-20 or J-35
China’s J-10 fighter represents a significant step away from copying foreign designs, showcasing domestic innovation by Chengdu’s design institute and CAC manufacturing. The early J-10A models entered...
How Europe’s Preference for Plausible Deniability Shapes China’s Role in North Africa
Europe's cautious approach towards engagement with North Africa has created space for China to increase its influence in the region. This European restraint stems from a desire to avoid direct involve...
Rutte believes Russia will attack NATO if China attacks Taiwan
According to Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, Russia may perceive an attack on Taiwan by China as justification for an offensive action against NATO countries. He expressed this viewpoint during a pre...
Russia would attack NATO if China invades Taiwan, Rutte believes
According to an article from Ukraine's news sources, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has expressed the view that Russia might initiate military action against NATO countries in response to a Chinese i...
Arguing about China’s overcapacity overlooks its drive for clean energy
The article discusses China's significant success in clean energy manufacturing sectors such as solar panels, batteries and wind equipment, questioning why a country previously seen as undeveloped can...
The cost of an unjust peace in Ukraine? An emboldened China.
A peace deal that favors Russia could embolden China to take military action, drawing parallels between the dynamics in Ukraine and potential implications for other global conflicts....
Deterring China is Not a Strategy: Adm. Scott Swift on China
In an interview with John Sorensen from RealClearDefense's 'Hot Wash' podcast, Retired Admiral Scott Swift discusses the limitations and nuances of deterring China as a strategic approach for the Unit...
Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year
In December, there were significant developments regarding howitzers with large financial investments made. Germany allocated substantial funds for 6x6 and 4x4 vehicles while Taiwan received approval ...
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