China now operates the world’s largest navy by ship count. This shift from a coastal defense force to a "blue-water" navy allows Beijing to:
Rapidly building massive underground storage to weather supply shocks.
Using economic ties to secure long-term oil and gas contracts. China’s Quest for Great Power: Ships, Oil, and ...
(e.g., Carrier tech, submarine capabilities) Which of these areas should we explore next?
The "Quest" isn't just about hardware; it's about reshaping global rules. China now operates the world’s largest navy by ship count
Safeguard the shipping lanes that carry 80% of its trade.
China fears a blockade of the narrow Strait of Malacca, where most of its oil passes. China’s Quest for Great Power: Ships, Oil, and ...
Rival the long-standing maritime supremacy of the U.S. Navy. 🛢️ The Oil Obsession