US Navy is preparing for possible war with China by 2027

Published on September 20, 2024

In the new 2024 strategy adopted by the US Navy, one of the goals is "preparedness for the possibility of war with the People's Republic of China by 2027."

What does the strategy entail?

The Navy says the U.S. has other competitors to contend with, including Russia, Iran and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

China has been identified as a major challenge for US forces, and 2027 has been identified based on estimates of a potential date for a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, said Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti.

According to the document, another main goal of the US Navy is "enhancing long-term advantage."

The new strategy is generally aimed at being prepared to face growing challenges from China and the deployment of advanced technologies. 

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