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Unpacking the complexity of China’s rise through objective analysis and data visualization. Follows, RTs ≠ endorsements.
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    ChinaPower
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    Dec 5, 2020
    Vote on the fourth proposition of our debate series and watch @osmastro and @fravel debate this proposition on Dec. 9 from 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm EST: bit.ly/CPDebate4 "Within the next five years, China will use significant military force against a country on its periphery."
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    ChinaPower
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    Aug 8, 2022
    [UPDATED FEATURE] China is conducting military exercises near Taiwan at an unprecedented scale. Where are these exercises occurring and what do they mean for regional security? Follow along and read our day-by-day breakdown here: chinapower.csis.org/tracking-the-f…
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    ChinaPower
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    Jun 13, 2023
    NEW ANALYSIS: In recent weeks, misinformation has spread online about China’s third aircraft carrier, with netizens posting images that purportedly show large cracks in the vessel’s deck. @ChinaPowerCSIS uses satellite imagery to debunk these claims: bit.ly/cp230613
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    ChinaPower
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    Jun 19, 2023
    Between 2017 and 2022, China built or upgraded 37 airports and heliports throughout its western regions of Tibet and Xinjiang. We track these developments and utilizes satellite imagery to analyze key Chinese facilities along the China-India border: bit.ly/CP_China_west_…
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    ChinaPower
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    Jul 28, 2024
    In a full maritime quarantine of Taiwan, China could employ law enforcement vessels around the island and PLA Navy vessels further away. Additionally, China may position a carrier strike group to the east of Taiwan to further add pressure against Taiwan. bit.ly/quarantine-tw
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    ChinaPower
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    Nov 27, 2024
    China still depends on Russian-made engines for many PLA aircraft. From 2017-2023, aircraft engines accounted for over half of China’s arms imports by value, with the overwhelming majority coming from Russia. Learn more: bit.ly/ChRusMil
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    Sep 16, 2020
    [NEW IMAGERY] Satellite imagery from August 18 shows the hull blocks of China’s third carrier laid out in order and uncovered by environmental shelters, allowing the clearest view of the vessel since construction began. Read the full analysis: bit.ly/CP_third-carri…
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    ChinaPower
    @ChinaPowerCSIS
    Jan 29, 2019
    We are now accepting applications for our 2019 Taiwan-U.S. Policy Program. Learn more about this unique opportunity for mid-level experts to gain in-depth knowledge of Taiwan and U.S.-Taiwan relations: bit.ly/2Gaz11E
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    ChinaPower
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    Sep 20, 2022
    NEW FEATURE: China’s approach to Taiwan is a hotly debated issue. @ChinaPowerCSIS polled 64 top experts to shed light on China's strategy, timelines, and willingness to use force against Taiwan. See key findings below and explore full results here:
    Surveying the Experts: China's Approach to Taiwan | ChinaPower Project
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    ChinaPower
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    Nov 30, 2022
    NEW: Satellite imagery analyzed by @ChinaPowerCSIS shows that China is investing in a significant, long-term military presence at Pangong Tso near the disputed China-India border. Explore our analysis and imagery here: bit.ly/cp_pangongtso
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    ChinaPower
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    Aug 5, 2022
    The largest zone of China’s missile exercises is off Taiwan’s southwest coast, a region that has been a political stronghold for President Tsai-ing wen. What messages is China trying to send by conducting large scale live-fire exercises? Learn more: chinapower.csis.org/tracking-the-f…
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    ChinaPower
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    Jun 16, 2023
    He Weidong was likely elevated to the CMC Vice Chairmanship because of his past experience with PLA activities around Taiwan and at the border with India. Learn more about the new members of the CMC in our feature: bit.ly/cp_party_congr…
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    ChinaPower
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    Mar 17, 2022
    NEW: China is undertaking a major expansion of its infrastructure that is enhancing its ability to project military power along its western frontier—especially its border with India. Explore our data and satellite imagery analysis in our new feature: chinapower.csis.org/china-tibet-xi…
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    ChinaPower
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    Dec 20, 2018
    [NEW FEATURE] Over the last few decades, China’s naval fleet has rapidly expanded. Explore our latest feature on China’s naval modernization, including satellite imagery analysis of the Jiangnan Shipyard.
    How is China Modernizing its Navy? | ChinaPower Project
    From chinapower.csis.org