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China urged to fast-track carrier fleet upgrades as Japan boosts strike power
China should speed up aircraft carrier group upgrades and boost their combat capabilities to counter Japan’s growing defence strength amid mounting tensions, military experts have said. This comes as Tokyo ramps up its defence posture with long-range anti-ship missiles and deployments on Japanese islands near Taiwan, putting Beijing on high alert. A recent simulated attack also highlighted the potential threat. As tensions escalated in December over the Japanese prime minister’s comments on...
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⚠️ This is a probabilistic forecast, not a guarantee. Accuracy is measured only on resolved scenarios; monitor confirmation indicators below.
A
Escalation— 90% model probability
Confirmation indicators
- ◆Public statements from Chinese and Russian defense ministries regarding joint exercises near disputed territories in the South China Sea, followed by increased naval activity in the region.
Horizon: 28–56 days
B
Status quo— 6% model probability
Confirmation indicators
- ◆Public statements from Chinese and Russian defense ministries regarding joint exercises near disputed territories in the South China Sea, followed by increased naval activity in the region.
Horizon: 28–56 days
C
De-escalation— 4% model probability
Confirmation indicators
- ◆Public statements from Chinese and Russian defense ministries regarding joint exercises near disputed territories in the South China Sea, followed by increased naval activity in the region.
Horizon: 28–56 days