The Hill: China in talks to participate with US in large-scale military drills: report
Chinese officials said Thursday that Beijing is in talks with the United States to participate in the world's largest international maritime warfare exercises this summer, The Associated Press reported.
China had already been formally invited to take part in the exercises, which are known as Rim of the Pacific and hosted by the U.S. Navy, China’s Defense Ministry spokesman Wu Qian told reporters.
“We are now discussing details with the U.S. side on arrangements for China’s participation,” Wu said.
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Update #1: China consulting with US on participation in naval drills (AP)
Update #2: China invited to take part in major US-led naval exercise (AFP)
WNU Editor: With tensions between China and its neighbors high (including with the U.S.) .... you have to wonder if this is a smart move.
2 comments:
Is this the forces of Earth, prepping for war with the Martians?
In my mind, this is another chance for China to scope out things. Maybe get some pointers to bypass the expense of learning on your own. Stealth ideas from Uncle Sam again? This sounds like something from the dynamic duo; the cadaverous Johnny K, the first perpetual motion machine, [namely his jaw muscles], and the empty suited nicotine addict known as O.B., savior of the known universe and beyond [self-anointed], head of America's most transparent administration ever, etc., etc.
Roger
I say invite China. This would give us an excellent opportunity to study their tactics and strategies. There's much we could learn.
I do agree with the assessment the confrontation probably won't happen this year. While I believe as long as the conflict stays conventional China will probably prevail, to engage in a conflict right now might be more costly than China might desire. They are in good shape. We aren't. As such, they can wait a year, two, or perhaps more when their position will likely be even better.
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