5 Reasons U.S. Maritime Supremacy In The Western Pacific May Be Doomed
And interesting article. It identifies the fault line between the US and China in the Pacific and goes on to explain the strategical advantages seem to favor the Chinese. I don't think they are insurmountable, but definitely pose problems for the US to plan for. Below is a list of the 5 reasons. Read the article at the link for context.
1. Geography is not on our side.
2. China can target local U.S. military assets
3. China’s nuclear weapons will deter decisive action.
4. America’s nearby allies won’t make much difference.
5. Washington has under-invested in needed capabilities.