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US missile shortages may empower China during Trump visit

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US missile shortages following a conflict with Iran could significantly impact its strategic position, particularly concerning China. Depleted stocks, especially those intended for the Indo-Pacific, may take years to replenish, potentially weakening deterrence in flashpoints like the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. This situation could provide China with leverage during upcoming discussions. AI

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US missile shortages may empower China during Trump visit

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Seong Hyeon Choi ·

    How US missile shortages after Iran war could strengthen China’s hand during Trump visit

    Depleted US weapons stockpiles as a result of its war in Iran risk eroding Donald Trump’s bargaining power when he meets Xi Jinping in China this week. Accompanying Trump on the high-stakes trip is Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, marking the first time a Pentagon chief has accomp…

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