Tag: PLA Navy (PLAN)

Do as We Say, Not as We Do

Commentary “Do as we say, not as we do” is clearly the attitude of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). In his recent media appearance, the new Chinese ambassador to Australia, Xiao Qian, instructed us that obtaining nuclear powered submarines pursuant to the AUKUS agreement would not be constructive. It would not be helpful, he added,…


China’s New Aircraft Carrier Uses Catapult Tech Stolen From US

News Analysis China’s newest aircraft carrier and missile defense systems include a qualitative—and stolen—technological leap that brings Beijing closer to driving the United States from Asia. The new military capabilities offer the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) both a sword against its neighbors and a shield against U.S. strategic forces. The combined carrier and missile defense…