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PLAN
Aegis, Missile Defense and the US Pivot
By Robert Holzer & Scott Truver
The U.S. Navy’s Aegis Weapon System is the lynchpin for regional missile defense in Asia.
Does China Care About Air Power?
By Ankit Panda
The PLA has always been a ground force-centric military. Is that changing?
China Is Spying on RIMPAC
By Zachary Keck
Despite being a participant in RIMPAC, China has sent an electronic surveillance ship to spy on the maritime exercise.
The Danger Zone in Naval Arms Races
By James R. Holmes
China’s naval advantages are wasting assets, giving Beijing ever more reason to seize the initiative.
Beyond RIMPAC: 3 Ways to Engage China on Security
By Natalie Sambhi & Nicole Yeo
China’s participation in RIMPAC is a good start. Now, the goal must be to sustain and expand security cooperation.
China Tests New Unmanned Mini Sub
By Zachary Keck
The Haiyan autonomous UUV could greatly enhance China’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
China’s Media Endorses RIMPAC (Well, Sort Of)
By Zachary Keck
A Global Times editorial endorses RIMPAC and Sino-U.S. military cooperation, but it isn’t happy about it.
China is Participating in RIMPAC 2014 — So What?
By Ankit Panda
China is sending ships to RIMPAC 2014. Is that really a big deal?
China’s Oversized Aircraft Carrier Ambitions
By Harry Kazianis
Reports suggest China will have an indigenous carrier battle group within three years. Don't bet on it.
China's Anti-Submarine Warfare Challenge
By Robert Farley
Is China beginning to take anti-submarine warfare seriously?
Chinese Navy Will Participate in RIMPAC Exercise for First Time
By Ankit Panda
China will participate in RIMPAC 2014, marking its first time participating in a major U.S.-led naval exercise.
China Commissions New Guided-Missile Destroyer
By Zachary Keck
On Friday, the PLAN commissioned the Kunming, the first of its new Type 052D-class of DDGs.