China politics

Part I of this trilogy dealt with the foundations of China’s defense. This episode emphasizes its sophisticated, multi-layered composition and Corelli Barnett explains where real military power comes from. Part III explains how a hollowed-out US cannot even organize a credible military threat to China. Hyperspectral detection satellites oversee the Western Pacific battlespace and airborne […]

America’s strategic limits are becoming increasingly apparent as the nation grapples with its capacity to confront China. Despite its vast military and economic resources, the U.S. faces significant barriers in mounting a successful conflict against China. The growing disparity between America’s strategic capabilities and the realities of engaging a rising superpower underscores a critical issue: