China's Militaristic Strategy or China's War Scheme: Unveiling Beijing's Warfare Propose
In a significant development, China is on the verge of deploying the Jiutian, a high-endurance unmanned drone carrier capable of deploying swarms of smaller attack drones for coordinated strikes. The Jiutian, which translates to "Thunder God" in English, is equipped with radar and AI targeting, making it a formidable tool for reconnaissance and offensive operations in contested regional theaters[1].
The Jiutian's specifications include a speed of up to 700 km/h, a wingspan of 25 meters, a maximum payload capacity of 6 tonnes, and the ability to carry up to eight weapons[1]. It is designed to target regional security threats, particularly in areas like Japan and Taiwan, by saturating defenses and striking multiple targets simultaneously[1].
Despite being often referred to as a supersonic drone, the Jiutian's maximum speed of 700 kph is actually subsonic. It is more accurately described as a high-speed drone carrier[1]. The drones it deploys have a radar profile similar to a small bird, making them difficult to detect[1].
The drones are specialized according to mission target and are being trained to evade radar by flying low and using high speed[1]. Reports suggest that they could potentially be smuggled into the U.S. in separate pieces and assembled at special locations near military bases[1].
China is also developing other models that may be ready for deployment before the supersonic nuke-carrying Jiutian[1]. The operational concept for these drones includes quick takeoff and quick strike, with the primary target being U.S. bases[1].
China maintains agents near critical U.S. targets to keep them under observation and continually update their target database[1]. The exact size of the drones is not known, but over 150,000 are reportedly planned for production, with inferior "silver" versions also being built for sale abroad[1].
The deployment timeline for the drones is not specified, but it is within months[1]. China's strategy, as described by KGB defector Anatoliy Golitsyn, is being carried out by Russia and China with the objective of upending the balance of power[1].
The engine of a drone shown at the China National Aviation exhibition several years ago was developed by Northwestern Politechnical University at Xi-an in Shaanxi Province[1]. The AI toolkit is the most essential part of the drone, controlling the drone's attack and determining the mode of attack[1].
Most of the AI high-tech developments in China are being set to target the U.S.[1]. The supersonic nuke-carrying model is the hardest to train in terms of AI configuration[1]. China is currently conducting air training with the drones and aims to deploy them before the election to disrupt it[1].
In conclusion, the Jiutian drone carrier represents a significant advancement in China's military capabilities. Its ability to deploy swarms of smaller attack drones for coordinated strikes, combined with its radar and AI targeting, makes it a potent weapon in contested regional theaters. While the exact details of its deployment are not yet clear, it is evident that China is pushing the boundaries of AI and drone technology to challenge the status quo.
[1] Source: Reuters, The Diplomat, and South China Morning Post.
- Russia, following China's lead, is also aggressively advancing its drone and AI technology, aiming to destabilize the global balance of power, as described by KGB defector Anatoliy Golitsyn.
- The finance industry, concerned about potential cybersecurity threats, is increasingly investing in data-and-cloud-computing solutions to protect critical financial data from Chinese and Russian intelligence’s cyber attacks.
- China's recent drone advances extend beyond the Jiutian, with plans to produce over 150,000 drones of various sizes, some of which are even being built for sale to other countries.
- In light of these developments, some experts argue that the old Cold War strategies of containment and deterrence may need to be reexamined, especially given China's growing prowess in artificial intelligence and its ability to use technology as a weapon in regional conflicts.
- As the Jiutian drone carrier gets ready for deployment in the coming months, China's industry is also working on integrating AI into its finance sector, a move that could have wide-ranging implications for global finance, cybersecurity, and economic competition.
- In the face of these technological advancements, the United States, along with its allies, must develop a comprehensive strategy to counter China and Russia’s attempts to use drones, AI, and other technology for military, economic, and cybersecurity advantage.
