Why CIA says China is Prepping Massive Invasion

Summary

This video script delves into China's ambitious military infrastructure, focusing on the construction of Beijing Military City, an underground command center designed to withstand nuclear attacks. With a deadline set for 2027, China is modernizing its military to be prepared for a potential invasion of Taiwan. The script highlights the Shiawn facility’s vulnerabilities and the need for an advanced command structure, utilizing cutting-edge technology and engineering. The project signals China’s preparation for high-intensity conflict and underscores its strategic approach to ensuring continuity of government and military control, reflecting its growing global power and military capabilities.

Takeaways

• 😀 China's military has evolved from a smaller, fragmented force into a modern, integrated entity focused on high-tech warfare and strategic command centers.
• 😀 The Shiawn underground facility, built during the Cold War, is the primary command center for the People's Liberation Army (PLA), but is increasingly outdated and vulnerable to modern weapons.
• 😀 Modern precision-guided bunker-busting munitions have made the Shiawn facility increasingly vulnerable, prompting China to build a more secure underground facility.
• 😀 Beijing Military City is under construction as a new, hardened command center designed to be operational by 2027, in line with China's goal of modernizing its military capabilities by that date.
• 😀 The construction of Beijing Military City represents a significant shift toward unified military command and cooperation between different branches of the PLA, which historically operated in silos.
• 😀 The PLA's modernization includes the adoption of combined arms doctrine, where different military branches work together as a cohesive unit, unlike previous strategies where each branch was kept weak to prevent coups.
• 😀 China's military facilities are often built in softer rock like limestone to absorb shock waves from explosions better than hard rock, which is more effective in transmitting shock.
• 😀 Beijing Military City is designed with ultra-high-performance concrete to enhance its durability and ensure continuity of government during catastrophic events, including nuclear threats.
• 😀 The facility will be accessed through underground tunnels, not surface elevators, with high-speed trains potentially transporting personnel from distant locations.
• 😀 The strategic importance of Beijing Military City reflects China’s preparation for potential high-intensity conflict, including nuclear escalation, signaling a readiness for a potential military confrontation with the U.S.
• 😀 The construction of Beijing Military City and the overall modernization of China's military infrastructure is a clear signal that China is preparing for a possible military conflict, with Taiwan being a key focus for 2027.

Q & A

What is the purpose of China's Beijing Military City?

Beijing Military City is designed as a highly secure military command center to ensure the continuity of government, leadership mobility, and redundancy in command. It will serve as the central hub for China's military operations, particularly in the event of a major conflict or catastrophe.

Why is China investing in underground military infrastructure?

China is investing in underground infrastructure to protect its military command centers from modern threats like precision-guided bunker-busting munitions and to ensure the survival of key military and government leaders during a conflict, including a potential nuclear escalation.

What was the primary function of the Shaanxi facility?

The Shaanxi facility, located 15 miles from Beijing, was China’s primary joint operations command center, built during the Cold War. It has served as the military's hardened command post for decades, although it is now outdated and no longer capable of supporting China’s expanded military apparatus.

What challenges does the Shaanxi facility face in 2025?

The Shaanxi facility is no longer sufficient for the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of 2025. It lacks the capacity to accommodate the expanded command structure and modern capabilities of China’s military. Additionally, it is vulnerable to modern threats like bunker-busting munitions and was not designed to meet current security standards.

Why did China choose to build Beijing Military City in softer rock like limestone?

China chose softer rock like limestone for Beijing Military City because it is faster and easier to excavate compared to hard rock. Additionally, softer rock can absorb and dampen shock waves from explosions more effectively than hard rock, offering an added layer of protection in the event of an attack.

What role will high-speed trains and tunnel boring machines play in the construction of Beijing Military City?

High-speed trains and tunnel boring machines will be used to create underground entrances to the Beijing Military City, ensuring that access points are hidden from view and not vulnerable to attack. These tunnels may slope deep underground to connect the facility to other military and government sites.

How does China's approach to underground facilities differ from that of the U.S.?

China's approach focuses on using softer rock for better shock absorption and faster construction, while the U.S. has traditionally used harder rock for its underground bunkers. China's facility is part of a broader strategy to maintain continuity of government in case of catastrophic events, similar to U.S. facilities like Raven Rock and Mount Weather, but with distinct engineering choices.

What is the significance of the 2027 deadline in China's military strategy?

The 2027 deadline is a key milestone in China's military modernization, as the PLA is expected to be fully prepared by this year to engage in high-intensity conflict, particularly with Taiwan. The construction of advanced infrastructure, such as Beijing Military City, is part of this preparation.

How does the construction of Beijing Military City relate to China's plans regarding Taiwan?

The construction of Beijing Military City is directly tied to China's preparation for a potential military conflict over Taiwan. The facility is designed to ensure the continuity of leadership and military command during high-intensity warfare, potentially involving a Taiwan invasion by 2027.

What technological and engineering measures are being used to protect Beijing Military City?

Beijing Military City is being built with ultra-high-performance concrete, which is much stronger than regular concrete. Additionally, the site is being constructed deep underground, with access points designed to avoid direct exposure on the surface, thus minimizing vulnerability to bomb attacks or missile strikes.