The US Pentagon considers China, not Russia, to be the main threat

According to a secret document from the US Department of Defense, Washington sees China as its main geopolitical threat. Russia is considered a secondary threat in this scenario, and the task of containing it is mainly assigned to European allies. This was reported by The Washington Post on March 29.

Pentagon considers China the main threat

The Washington Post has reviewed an internal classified circular sent by Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth to his subordinates. It outlines the priorities of the US defense system. According to the document, Hegseth calls China "the single threat that the administration is focused on."

The Pentagon sees China as a strategic rival and is sharply analyzing its military capabilities. The document notes that “China’s denial of Taiwan’s annexation, even with the U.S. protecting the territory, is the only viable scenario.”

Russia and Europe Relations

According to the Pentagon’s geopolitical strategy, the Russian threat is seen primarily as a matter for European allies. The U.S. government is urging European countries to spend more on defense. The document notes that allies in Europe, the Middle East, and East Asia should play a leading role in deterring threats from Russia, North Korea, and Iran.

Will the global security system change?

The new U.S. defense strategy shows that Washington is shifting its focus from Russia to China. This shift could have a significant impact on international relations. NATO and European countries are likely to strengthen their positions against Russia, while the United States may continue to increase its influence in Taiwan and the South China Sea.

The Pentagon's new priorities are also likely to further strengthen cooperation between China and Russia. If the strategic partnership between China and Russia strengthens, this could lead to new challenges for the United States and its allies.

The new defense strategy will determine the direction in which US foreign policy and the global security system will develop in the coming years. Follow “Zamin” news on “Telegram”