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Comprehensive Assessment of China’s Military Capabilities and Strategic Position
Matt Helmkamp Matt Helmkamp

Comprehensive Assessment of China’s Military Capabilities and Strategic Position

China’s military and strategic positioning have undergone significant transformations, making it a central focus for U.S. military leaders and policymakers. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has modernized across all domains—land, sea, air, space, and cyber—enhancing its anti-access/area-denial (A2/AD) capabilities and developing advanced weaponry. Strategically, China aims for regional dominance, particularly over Taiwan, and expanding its global influence through initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative. Economically and technologically, China is robust but faces vulnerabilities, especially in energy dependency and agricultural imports. The U.S. must address these challenges through strengthened alliances, economic and technological decoupling, advanced military posture, and strategic engagement.

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