In its annual threat assessment, the U.S. Intelligence Community consistently identifies the People's Republic of China as the primary threat to U.S. national security. This book delves into the multifaceted ways China poses challenges to the U.S., offering an in-depth analysis of its national power.
National power, the ability to shape events domestically and internationally, is a complex concept that political scientists and national security analysts evaluate through various frameworks like PMESII-PT (Political, Military, Economic, Social, Infrastructure, Information, Physical Environment, Time) and DIMEFL (Diplomatic, Information, Military, Economic, Financial, Intelligence, Legal). Additionally, the book explores the Composite Index of National Capability (CINC) and the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI), examining military, economic, diplomatic, and technological dimensions.
By combining these elements, this book provides a comprehensive and concise assessment of China's national power.