# Missile Deterrence
Latest news and articles about Missile Deterrence
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The Arsenal of Deterrence: Beijing’s 'Dongfeng Express' Signals a Paradigm Shift in Missile Readiness
China is increasingly flaunting the massive scale and readiness of its Rocket Force inventory, nicknamed the 'Dongfeng Express.' This shift emphasizes industrial manufacturing capacity and 'anytime readiness' as key components of Beijing’s strategic deterrence and psychological warfare.
The Calculus of Deterrence: Beijing’s Hardening Stance on Missile Superiority
Pro-Beijing commentators are signaling a shift in China's military strategy, emphasizing an 'abundant' missile supply designed to ensure total lethality against naval targets. This rhetoric aims to deter foreign intervention by framing any violation of Beijing's territorial 'red lines' as a trigger for overwhelming and irreversible military force.
China’s Strategic Iron Fist: Inside the PLARF’s Premier Missile Battalion
This report profiles the PLARF's elite 1st Battalion, highlighting its transition from legacy systems to modern mobile missile platforms. It emphasizes the unit's extreme readiness, grassroots technical innovations, and its role as a key instrument of China's strategic deterrence.