Zhou Bo
Coverage of Zhou Bo in the Nexus archive.
- China’s military goal is to stand neck and neck with the US: ex-PLA colonel Zhou Bo
Zhou Bo, an ex-PLA colonel and author, discusses China's military modernization goal to match the US by 2027, the centenary of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).
- Ex-PLA colonel on US’ decline and China’s nuclear arsenal
Zhou Bo, a retired senior colonel in the People’s Liberation Army and author of Should the World Fear China?, discusses China’s military modernization goals ahead of the PLA’s 2027 centenary. The article highlights Beijing’s focus on achieving military modernization as a key benchmark.
- The history behind the U.S. competition with China
The article discusses the historical and ongoing U.S.-China competition, highlighting China's military modernization goals, including achieving a world-class military by 2049. It references former PLA Colonel Zhou Bo's analysis of China's growing military and technological capabilities, including anti-satellite missile tests, and the strategic implications of China's space program.
- Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defense spending
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of China’s rapid military buildup and urged Asian allies to increase defense spending to 3.5% of GDP to counter its influence. He emphasized the need for a stronger, self-reliant alliance network to maintain regional balance, while noting improved U.S.-China military communication. A Chinese delegate acknowledged better dialogue but described relations as 'complicated.'