Recently, statements from the lips of the military have been increasingly heard about, that 2023 will be a turning point for the United States in that, with regard to strengthening its military capabilities in order to, to prevent China from "attacking" Taiwan.
During an expert discussion at the American Enterprise Institute, U.S. Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth, as well as the commander of the 25th Infantry Division of the US Army in the Asia-Pacific region, Charles Flynn, announced that, what, looks like, it is time to prepare for a real confrontation with China over Taiwan. They also noted the important role of the country's army in conducting joint military operations..
Here is what Wormouth herself said about this:
At present, we are indeed building up our integrated air defense and missile defense combat control system in order to ensure the security of our intermediate air bases.. We are also expanding our military arsenal, including paying attention to the issues of refueling our aircraftAccording to the Minister of the Armed Forces, attention is paid to the development of a hypersonic missile component. Indicated, that the first battery of such hypersonic missiles will be part of an air strike group for practical training at a joint Air Force and US Army base.
According to Flynn, teachings, conducted by the PLA indicate Beijing's "preparation" for a military conflict with Taipei. Nevertheless, general admitted, that huge human and military resources would be required to create an invasion army on mainland China, because for this, as he thinks, need fighters, having impeccable professional combat experience. I.e, the American command is also considering the option of invading the territory of China. Author:Egorenkov Alexander
