28 August 2024

Military Might - United States vs. China

Monte Erfourth

THE COMPETITION REPORT SERIES

The Strategy Central Great Power Competition report series details the United States and China’s great power competition in the first half 2024. It offers an analysis to help strategists grasp the current rivalry between these two superpowers regarding national power, economics, military power, and diplomacy. This is the third of five segments covering each aspect of great power competition and will focus on military competition.

This article focuses on the military dynamics that have shaped U.S.-China relations throughout the first half of 2024. The article examines the strategic maneuvers by both nations in key areas across the Asian-Pacific such as the South China Sea, Taiwan Strait, and East China Sea, highlighting their efforts to assert dominance and deter each other's influence. It explores how the U.S. has intensified its military presence and alliances to counter China's growing capabilities. It details China's aggressive posturing and strategic partnerships with Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Through a nuanced exploration of military engagements, defense strategies, and geopolitical implications, the report underscores the deep rivalry and persistent mistrust that define U.S.-China relations.

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