In this episode, Andrew Erickson joins us to discuss China’s recent efforts to modernize its navy and expand its naval fleet. He assesses China’s current naval capabilities relative to other countries and examines the future prospects of China’s naval modernization. He also touches on China’s commercial and military shipbuilding activities in addition to the evolution of China’s aircraft carrier program and its future trajectory.
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China’s Maritime Militia: A Conversation with Andrew Erickson
In this episode, Professor Andrew Erickson joins us to discuss the origins and role of China’s maritime militia and how the United States should respond.
How Does China’s First Aircraft Carrier Stack Up?
The entry of China’s first aircraft carrier, the Liaoning, attracts considerable attention from both the press and military observers around the world. It represents China’s global power for some, and a significant step towards a more assertive Chinese navy for others.