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China’s Naval ‘Silkworm Eating’ Strategy for Taiwan

China’s Naval ‘Silkworm Eating’ Strategy for Taiwan

By Andrew Orchard
A look at how the gradual encroachment strategy plays out with the People’s Liberation Army Navy surface force.

Building Taiwan’s Own Area Denial Capabilities

Building Taiwan’s Own Area Denial Capabilities

By Pei-Shiue Hsieh
Taiwan can use long-range anti-ship missiles to create its own A2/AD strategy.
Growing Naval Imbalance Between Expanding Chinese and Aging US Fleets

Growing Naval Imbalance Between Expanding Chinese and Aging US Fleets

By Steven Stashwick
A Pentagon report projects a 460-ship Chinese fleet by the 2030s.

Decoding the Chinese Navy’s Annual High Sea Joint Training Exercises

Decoding the Chinese Navy’s Annual High Sea Joint Training Exercises

By Lu Li-shih
This year's exercises, similar in many ways to previous editions, are nonetheless significant.

The FC-31, China’s ‘Other’ Stealth Fighter

The FC-31, China’s ‘Other’ Stealth Fighter

By Rick Joe
A look at the jet with many names – and its carrier-based future.

Third Chinese Aircraft Carrier Nears Completion Amid Shipyard Expansion

Third Chinese Aircraft Carrier Nears Completion Amid Shipyard Expansion

By Steven Stashwick
Work begins on fourth carrier, but future plans remain murky.

Hints of Chinese Naval Procurement Plans in the 2020s

Hints of Chinese Naval Procurement Plans in the 2020s

By Rick Joe
All military forces have a desired force requirement and a desired “critical mass” to aspire toward. What does the 14th five-year plan tell us about China’s?
Chinese Ballistic Missiles Fired Into South China Sea Claimed to Hit Target Ship

Chinese Ballistic Missiles Fired Into South China Sea Claimed to Hit Target Ship

By Steven Stashwick
A news report claims that the August ASBM tests successfully hit a moving vessel and did not just fall into the sea.

Is China Preparing to Set Up an ADIZ in the South China Sea With Taiwan in Mind?

Is China Preparing to Set Up an ADIZ in the South China Sea With Taiwan in Mind?

By Lu Li-shih
Types of aircraft intruding in Taiwan’s Southwest Air Defense Identification Zone reveal PLA intent.

Chinese Military Experiments With Using Commercial Vessels as Helicopter Bases

Chinese Military Experiments With Using Commercial Vessels as Helicopter Bases

By Steven Stashwick
The use of civilian ships to support combat could expand the military’s reach but blur targeting rules in wartime.

How Will the Chinese Navy Use Its 2 Aircraft Carriers?

How Will the Chinese Navy Use Its 2 Aircraft Carriers?

By Ying Yu Lin
As the PLA Navy adjusts to its growing carrier fleet, pay attention to the officers tasked to lead.
China’s New Carrier to Begin New Round of Sea Trials This Week

China’s New Carrier to Begin New Round of Sea Trials This Week

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Chinese Navy’s latest flattop is expected to commence a four-day sea trial this Thursday.

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