China’s aggressive actions in the South China Sea, including dangerous maneuvers by Chinese pilots near American aircraft, necessitate a show of force by the United States. To deter such hostility, the U.S. could surface its Ohio-class guided missile submarines (SSGNs), as it did in 2010 to demonstrate global reach.
-These submarines, converted from ballistic missile subs, carry 154 Tomahawk missiles each, showcasing significant strike capabilities.
-China’s rapid naval expansion underscores the importance of such deterrence measures to maintain regional stability and counter Beijing’s growing influence.
Ohio-Class Submarines: The US Navy’s Strategic Deterrent Against China
China’s ongoing hostile activity towards American assets in the South China Sea could be countered with a show of force. In the last year, a People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) pilot flew within ten feet of an American B-52 bomber, putting both aircraft in danger of collision.
In another incident, a Chinese J-16 fighter performed an aggressive maneuver during the intercept of an American RC-135 airframe. The United States must deter these hostile acts from continuing.
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Author: Maya Carlin
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