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How Far Will China Project Its Military Power?

How Beijing is building the doctrine, systems, and global partnerships needed to project force far beyond its shores.

by Charles Hooper
Published on January 6, 2026

Is China preparing to become a truly expeditionary military power? Lt. General Hooper breaks down how Beijing is building the doctrine, systems, and global partnerships needed to project force far beyond its shores. From long-range nuclear deterrents to a growing network of security ties with Russia, North Korea, and others, China is shaping a strategy designed to complicate US decision making on a global scale.

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