The head of the U.S.’s Indo-Pacific Command told Congress that the risk of a conflict with China is increasing as a result of its aggressive activities. TWTFrontPage
In 2022, the buildup added 17 major warships, including four guided-missile cruisers, three destroyers, five frigates, two attack submarines and a large amphibious assault ship, as well as scores of support and specialty ships.
’s air force doubled production capability for advanced J-20 fighters, and about 150 J-20s are now operational.“And perhaps most stunning of all, the PLA Rocket Force continues to massively expand its arsenal of conventional and nuclear missiles, building hundreds of silos for nuclear missiles and fielding several hundred ballistic and cruise missiles,” he said.
“This almost certainly includes a large number of hypersonic missiles, some of which may be nuclear-capable.” ’s navy is working to build a force of 440 battleships by 2030, including significant increases in aircraft carriers and major surface warships.’s cyberwarfare capabilities. “PLA cyber efforts remain focused on developing capabilities to enable warfare activities targeting U.S. and partner critical civilian electric, energy, and water infrastructure to generate chaos and disrupt military operations,” the admiral said.now has more land-based nuclear missile launchers than the U.S.
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