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Hedging Bets: Rethinking Force Design for a Post-Dominance Era Bryan Clark & Dan Patt Summary: The Atlantic Council report examines China's rapid nuclear expansion, challenging the long-held assumption of China's "minimum deterrence" strategy. It argues that China's growing nuclear arsenal and evolving doctrine necessitate a significant shift in U.S. strategic thinking, particularly regarding potential conflicts like the one over Taiwan. The report emphasizes the increased risk of Chinese nuclear first use if a conventional invasion falters, demanding improved communication channels and a reassessment of U.S. deterrence postures. It ultimately calls for a concerted effort by the United States and its allies to engage China on nuclear transparency and stability, while also signaling clear concerns about its nuclear buildup. APA citation: Clark, B., & Patt, D. (2024). Hedging bets: Rethinking force design for a post- dominance era . Hudson Institute. https://www.hudson.org/defense-strategy/ hedging-bets-rethinking-force-design-post-dominance-era-bryan-clark-dan- patt Ship Wars: Confronting China’s Dual- Use Shipbuilding Empire Matthew P. Funaiole, Brian Hart, & Aidan Powers-Riggs Summary: The article discusses China's leading role in the shipbuilding industry and its use of commercial shipyards to support its navy through a "military-civil fusion" strategy. It highlights the need for the United States and its allies to respond to the threats posed by China's shipbuilding industry. The report offers a policy roadmap for the United States to disrupt China's strategy, reduce its market dominance, and boost shipbuilding capacity in the United States and partner countries.
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Defense ARJ, Summer 2025, Vol. 32 No. 2
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