Chinese Navy

The Chinese military’s J-15 Flying Shark fighter is no great leap forward. Still, it suggests blue-water ambitions.

Its current row with Vietnam in the South China Sea has alarmed many observers. But a similar spat with Japan shows that conflict isn’t inevitable.

Does a cash-strapped US face a Cold War redux as China encourages it to ramp up defence spending? Boosting alliances is the way to respond, says Brad Glosserman.

China’s military is trying to reassure neighbours like Vietnam that it’s no threat. It’s not working.

Is the talk around the port of Gwadar a sign that China is considering a string of pearls strategy? Anti-air missile batteries will be the first sign.

Talks between the US and Chinese militaries can be great. But dialogue can also reduce trust over maritime differences as well boosting it.

With an eye on China’s military, Japan is best served by an asymmetric approach to its sea defences.

The Chinese Navy’s Shi Lang aircraft carrier could have a more sophisticated radar system than expected.

Enhancements to the Chinese Navy’s destroyer capabilities are a step closer to achieving blue-water goals.

If China’s navy wants to undertake real long-range operations, its new aircraft carrier will need a more diverse air wing.

Is a revolution in Taiwan’s naval strategy taking place? Enterprise will be needed to create a sea-denial fleet.

The hype over China’s military is reminiscent of Cold War fears about Russia. But the US shouldn’t overreact to a new Chinese aircraft carrier.