# China Strategic Deterrence

The Backbone of the Barrage: What a Rocket Force Veteran’s Call to Arms Reveals About China’s Strategic Readiness

A high-ranking Master Sergeant in the PLA Rocket Force has publicly emphasized a total focus on combat readiness, signaling a push for stability and technical professionalism within China's strategic missile units. This messaging highlights the critical role of elite NCOs in maintaining the reliability of China's nuclear and conventional deterrents.