Latest Pentagon Report: China’s Military Advancing Amid Churn

Despite significant internal leadership purges, China's military continues its relentless modernization with a primary focus on being able to conquer Taiwan by 2027. A key element of this strategy is a historic nuclear expansion, with China on track to possess over 1,000 warheads this decade while diversifying its land, sea, and air-based delivery systems. Planners are rehearsing several scenarios against Taiwan, from blockades to a full-scale invasion, supported by sophisticated exercises and new weapons like the PCH191 long-range rocket artillery. While recent purges have caused short-term disruption, they may ultimately create a more disciplined and effective fighting force for Beijing in the long run.