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In recent decades, the world has witnessed a rapid modernization of Chinese Armed Forces. This transformation has been closely monitored by US Army, who observe the growth of the Chinese Army with attention and caution.
Both countries are military and economic powers and as the Chinese Army strengthens its capabilities, the competitiveness between it and the US Army is intensifying. In this article, we will explore the main areas of advancement of China's military, its global implications, and how the United States is responding to this growth.
Transformation of China's Army
O Chinese Army has undergone significant changes in recent years, moving from a quantity-focused force to a highly technological and efficient organization. This development has included modernizations in several areas, such as marine and the air force.
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Chinese Navy (PLA Navy – PLAN): Today, China's military navy is the largest in the world in terms of number of vessels and has some of the newest ships. About 70% of China's warships were launched after 2010, giving it an edge in terms of modernity compared to the US military.
Furthermore, Chinese ships are increasingly comparable in design and quality to those of the United States, although the US Navy is still recognized for its experience and advanced weaponry.
Chinese Air Force (PLAAF): China's air force has also been evolving rapidly. Although its most advanced aircraft have not yet reached the same level of stealth technology as the United States, China now produces high-quality jet engines, almost on par with NATO countries.
Furthermore, China is capable of producing stealth aircraft at a higher speed, which allows the PLAAF to modernize more quickly and dynamically.
Cutting-edge technologies
The Chinese Army has been investing in advanced technologies that place it at a global leadership level in some aspects:
Hypersonic Missiles: China is known for possessing the world's largest arsenal of hypersonic missiles, weapons capable of traveling at more than five times the speed of sound. These missiles have the ability to maneuver at high speeds, defying traditional defenses. For the United States, this advantage poses a significant threat, and efforts are underway to test even faster and more accurate missiles.
Artificial Intelligence and autonomous systems: China's military has been advancing the development of autonomous systems and advanced robotics, including drones and collaborative robots. These systems use artificial intelligence to improve the accuracy, speed and effectiveness of military operations, enabling the Chinese military to adapt more quickly to modern combat scenarios.
Comparison with the US Army
The competition between the Chinese military and the US military is increasingly fierce, especially in areas where the Chinese have advanced more quickly.
While the US military is still the best equipped and most experienced, a lack of investment in certain areas has left room for the Chinese military to advance, such as in the development of long-range missiles and air defense technologies.
Investment and budget: Even though China’s military spends less than 2 percent of its GDP on defense, compared to the United States’ more than 3 percent, it has made significant progress. This relative low investment makes the growth of China’s military even more impressive, highlighting its cost-effectiveness.
Innovation and technological development: While the United States is ahead in small satellites and some other areas, China leads in critical defense technologies such as hypersonic detection systems and space launch systems, according to the Australian Strategic Policy Institute.
Challenges and Limitations of the Chinese Army
Despite progress, China's military faces internal challenges that still make it difficult for it to fully compete with the U.S. military.
The lack of real combat experience is a major limitation, as the last significant war involving China was decades ago. Integration between the different branches of the Chinese military, such as the army, navy and air force, also needs improvement.
Furthermore, the Chinese military faces problems related to logistics and internal corruption, which compromise its ability to operate efficiently in protracted conflicts.
These problems reflect a critical factor that the U.S. Army, with its long experience in international conflicts, has long since overcome.
The competition between the Chinese military and the US military has profound implications for the global balance of power. The rapid modernization of China's military raises questions about international security and stability, particularly in the Pacific and Asia regions.
For the United States, keeping up with the development of China's military is essential to maintaining its position as the dominant military power. However, this race is not just about financial investment, but also about technological advancement and tactical adaptation.
In the current scenario, the world is closely watching the unfolding of this competition, which could redefine the course of global politics and security in the coming decades.
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