The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has aroused widespread concern in the international community, and at the same time, it has also aroused the vigilance of the United States.
The U.S. military is aware that in the event of a conflict with China, there are still unresolved puzzles that involve not only technical and tactical aspects, but also major military strategy and national security considerations.
So in this case, if we fight against China, what are the three problems that cannot be solved so far?
The first: technical difficulties
In the face of a potential military confrontation with China, the U.S. military faces a series of technical challenges.
China's rapid progress in the field of military technology has already had a negative impact on the military superiority of the United States. The development of missile technology, stealth aircraft, and network warfare technology has forced the United States to reassess its military technological level.
First of all, China's breakthrough in missile technology has aroused the vigilance of the United States, and China's anti-ship ballistic missiles and aircraft carrier killer missiles also pose a severe challenge to the US Navy's combat capability in the western Pacific region.
Secondly, China's progress in the field of stealth fighters has also worried the United States, China's J-20 stealth fighter has entered service, which means: China has stronger concealment capabilities and penetration capabilities in air operations, which will challenge the United States' air superiority, so that the United States needs to increase research and development and investment in stealth technology to ensure the superiority of air operations.
In addition, China's development in cyber warfare technology has also put pressure on the United States. China's continuous strengthening of its control and defense capabilities in cyberspace has made the United States face greater uncertainty and risks in cyber warfare.
Cyber attacks and cyber warfare have become an important part of modern warfare, and the United States needs to strengthen the research and application of cyber warfare technology to ensure the country's cyber security and information superiority.
Therefore, the US military urgently needs to increase investment in military technology and research and development in order to maintain its technological superiority. Only by accelerating technological innovation and upgrading the level of military equipment can we better cope with China's challenges in the field of military technology and ensure the security and interests of the country.
The second: strategic puzzles
In the face of a possible military confrontation with China, the United States is not only facing technical challenges, but also a series of strategic difficulties.
China has a geographical advantage and strong strategic projection capabilities in the Western Pacific. This would limit U.S. military operations in the region. In addition, China's geographical advantages and strategic deployment also require the United States to seriously reassess its military strategy in the Western Pacific region and seek a more flexible response.
Second, due to the different national interests and security concerns among the allies, this poses certain difficulties for US military operations. Under such circumstances, the United States needs to find a balance between safeguarding the interests of its allies and its own security, and work closely with its allies to form a unified strategic position.
At the same time, China's anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) capabilities pose a challenge to U.S. military operations. After all, China has built an A2/AD system covering the western Pacific region by developing military technologies such as missiles, radar, electronic warfare, and anti-ship missiles, limiting the deployment and movement of U.S. military forces in the region. The U.S. needs to find effective countermeasures to China's A2/AD challenges.
Looking at this matter from this aspect, the United States needs to seriously consider and resolve these strategic difficulties when formulating its China strategy.
Third: domestic political problems
In the face of a possible military confrontation with China, the United States needs to deal not only with technical and strategic challenges, but also with a series of domestic political problems.
In particular, the U.S. government needs to strike a balance between domestic politics and foreign policy. Because a possible military conflict can lead to domestic political divisions and controversies, especially in terms of the costs and risks of military intervention. The Government needs to ensure political stability and coherence in the country through proper political coordination and communication to support the necessary diplomatic and military action.
At the same time, the government needs to take into account domestic public opinion and public reaction. After all, any action that could lead to a military conflict will be closely watched and monitored by the public.
It is necessary to gain public support and understanding through enhanced advocacy and interpretation of foreign and national security policies in order to respond to potential opposition and doubts.
On the other hand, the U.S. government needs to deal with relations with Congress and political parties. Military operations may require congressional approval and support, so the government needs to maintain a good working relationship with Congress and seek bipartisan support and coordination. At the same time, it is necessary to deal with political disputes and competition with domestic political parties to ensure that national interests and national security are not affected by internal political factors.
The U.S. government needs to seriously address domestic political challenges and ensure that the country remains united and stable in the face of a possible military conflict through political coordination, public outreach, and cooperation with Congress.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has indeed made the United States realize that there are still some unresolved problems in the war against China.
These include technical, strategic, and domestic political challenges that the United States needs to seriously address and address to ensure the country's security and interests. Only through a comprehensive and systematic response strategy can we better cope with potential military challenges and maintain the country's long-term stability and prosperity.