Sophisticated & Capable -China's Military
US raises concerns over Chinese military potential
By Washington Correspondent Kim Landers
By Washington Correspondent Kim Landers
The United States is again ringing alarm bells over China's steady military build-up.
The Pentagon's annual report about the state of the Chinese military and its potential threat is due out tomorrow.
The Pentagon's annual report about the state of the Chinese military and its potential threat is due out tomorrow.
US Defence Secretary Robert Gates says it paints a picture of a country which is steadily devoting increasing resources to its military, while the intent of the build-up is unclear.
He is also raising concern about what he calls the "sophisticated capabilities" of the Chinese military.
He is also raising concern about what he calls the "sophisticated capabilities" of the Chinese military.
"I think some of the capabilities that are being developed are a concern, sure," Mr Gates said.
Previous reports have issued warnings about China's purchase of long range aircraft and weapons which would allow it to threaten the United States and other countries.
Previous reports have issued warnings about China's purchase of long range aircraft and weapons which would allow it to threaten the United States and other countries.
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2 Comments:
It shouldn't surprise anyone, China is getting wealthier and in the process they are splurging on their military.
But it should worry us, won't be long before they start angling towards finding a use for all those weapons.
The red dragon will roar soon enough. Are we ready for a Russia,China, Islamist alliance?
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