China Says it is Ready For 'Any Type of War' With US

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Above: Warplanes take to the air again as night falls during a live-fire drill at sea in Huaibei city, Anhui province, China, Aug; 8, 2023. Image copyright: Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Imagesstory last updated 2 days ago

The Facts

China declared earlier this week its readiness to "fight till the end" in any type of conflict, whether it be a tariff, trade, or any other type of war with the US, amid an intensifying tariff dispute sparked by US Pres. Donald Trump.
Pres. Trump increased tariffs on Chinese imports from 10% to 20%, citing issues with fentanyl entering the US. China responded on March 4 saying that If the US wants to solve the problem, it must consult China "by treating each other as equals."
The US continued to back the tariff hike, saying China has not done enough to halt the flow of fentanyl into the US. China, on the other hand, insists that "instead of recognizing our effort, the US has smeared and shifted blames onto China."

The Spin

Pro-China narrative

China stands resolute, a formidable power unwavering in its commitment to defend sovereignty and territorial integrity. Dismissing US interference over Taiwan as violations of established agreements, Beijing warns that no force should underestimate China's determination or capability to protect its interests and domain.

Global Times South China Morning Post

Anti-China narrative

China's assertive rhetoric aside, its military remains fundamentally hamstrung by political priorities. Hobbled by divided command structures, political indoctrination consuming training time, and recruitment challenges, China's military modernization primarily serves to legitimize regime control rather than prepare for actual conflict.

Air & Space Forces Magazine CNN