US Admiral Concerned About China Military Buildup -- NPR
A U.S. Navy admiral expressed new concern Friday over China's military buildup and urged Beijing to be clearer about its intentions.
With China's military growing at an "unprecedented rate," the U.S. wants to ensure that expansion doesn't destabilize the region, Rear Adm. Kevin Donegan told reporters on a visit to the Chinese territory of Hong Kong.
Donegan referred to China's expanded weaponry. His remarks echoed the concerns of other U.S. military leaders who have said the growth in China's military spending — up almost 15 percent in the 2009 budget — raises questions about how Beijing plans on deploying its new power.
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Update: US admiral concerned about China military buildup -- AP
My Comment: The U.S. admiral is probably voicing the concerns of what many are now feeling in Asia. From the viewpoint of many in the region there is no reason for China to expand its military to the levels that they are now approaching. For example, countries like India and Vietnam have had wars with China in the past 40 years, and are now pondering what should be there response to this buildup (most likely their own buildup). Taiwan definitely feels targeted, and countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, and Australia are wondering on where this is all going to end.
It´s all about the changing balance of power, US is losing a china is acending. In one way conflics can be seen in the horizon in the next decades.
ReplyDeletewell... Im glad someone is concerned!!! I know in Australia, most Aussies think China is a trading partner.. :-| http://anchalaska.com
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