Long Shot and Short Hit: China as a Military Power and Its Implications for the USA and Taiwan

In: Journal of Asian and African studies: JAAS, Band 43, Heft 5, S. 523-542

Abstract

This article attempts to evaluate China's military developments in recent years and explore the implications of its military advancements. The emphasis will be on the potential impact of China's current military growth on the USA and Taiwan. What are the unique features of China's recent enhancement of its military capability? Does China's military expansion signal a power transition for a US-dominated international system? What is the US policy to deal with a rising China? Finally, to what extent is Taiwan prepared to meet China's new military challenges?