CMSI Note #9: On the PLAN's "Core Operational Capabilities"

Authors

Ryan D. Martinson

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Description

Key Takeaways

• The PLAN is prioritizing the development of what it calls “four core operational capabilities.” These capabilities include 1) integrated near seas operations, 2) far seas mobile operations, 3) strategic deterrence and counterstrike, and 4) amphibious warfare.
• Analysis of Chinese writings suggest the focus of these efforts is on prevailing in a high-end conflict involving the U.S. military.
• The PLAN seeks the ability to dominate the near seas, strike U.S. bases and sea lines of communication in waters east of the first island chain and in the Indian Ocean, achieve “reliable, credible, and effective” deterrence against the U.S. through SSBN patrols within and beyond the first island chain, and execute sophisticated multi-domain amphibious operations against U.S. allies and partners.

Publication Date

8-2024

Publisher

China Maritime Studies Institute, U.S Naval War College

City

Newport, Rhode Island

Keywords

China, PRC, China Maritime Studies Institute, CMSI, People’s Liberation Army, People’s Liberation Army Navy, PLAN, Operations, Operational Capabilities

Recommended Citation

Martinson, Ryan D., "CMSI Note #9: On the PLAN's "Core Operational Capabilities"" (2024). CMSI Notes. 9.
https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/cmsi-notes/9