Increasing worries suggest that tensions between the U.S. and China might foreshadow a possible military confrontation. A specialist highlights five major indicators that could signal such a development. In recent months, the situation has worsened due to an ongoing trade war and significant tariff implementations by each nation.
Here’s what you should be aware of
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Cyberattacks
China is stepping up assaults on crucial U.S. infrastructure, potentially increasing the likelihood of confrontation. -
Tensions over Taiwan
The frequency of occurrences within Taiwan’s air defense identification zone has increased, potentially signaling China’s hostile intentions. -
Trade conflict
Increasing trade disagreements between the U.S. and China might result in heightened tensions.
Trade war and cyberattacks
In recent weeks,
The United States and China have declared progressively harsher tariffs on one another.
It’s no longer merely speculation about a “new cold war,” but rather the emergence of a genuine trade dispute, observes an expert cited by Bloomberg.
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China is beginning to limit the supply of crucial raw materials, bringing back memories of the pre-World War II era.
, when trade sanctions led to the escalation of conflicts in the Pacific region.
China is increasingly attacking American critical infrastructure with advanced offensive technologies. Programs like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon target ports, airports, and other key facilities.
If the scope and consequences of cyberattacks rise, the risk of a wider war will increase commensurately
, warns James Stavridis, former US Navy admiral.
Strains regarding Taiwan and activities in the South China Sea
The increase in occurrences within Taiwan’s air defense identification zone is worrisome. Over last year, these instances surpassed 3,000, almost twice as many compared to earlier data. Experts suggest this indicates China might be seeking to assert dominance over what they view as a “rebellious province.”
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Monitoring the level of incursions into the Taiwanese Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) can provide a key indicator of China’s forward-leaning military strategy,
emphasizes Stavridis.
China claims rights to almost the entire South China Sea. Despite international opposition,
Beijing is building artificial islands that serve as bases for the Chinese navy
. These actions, including harassing coastal states like the Philippines, could be a source of potential conflict.
Chinese fleet grows in strength
China is building warships at a dizzying pace, averaging 20-30 per year.
The current Chinese fleet is larger than the American one
, and Beijing has announced plans to have over 400 ships. According to experts, this indicates that China is preparing for a possible naval conflict with the US.
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