Futura Team
A new satellite discovery near Beijing has rattled military experts worldwide: China is building what could become the largest underground command complex ever constructed. More than a defensive shield, the bunker signals Beijing’s intent to rival the United States militarily and could alter the balance of power across Asia and beyond.
From Cold War roots to cutting-edge strategy
China’s focus on underground facilities isn’t new. Since the 1980s, it has cultivated specialized teams skilled in building bunkers tough enough to withstand even nuclear strikes—drawing inspiration from Cold War strategies once pursued by the Soviet Union and Germany.
But today’s effort takes that idea further. The new complex reflects a strategic shift: rather than relying solely on sheer numbers, China is emphasizing resilience, technology, and continuity of operations under any circumstances.
Key features reportedly include: fortified command hubs, secure communications resistant to cyberattacks, nuclear survival capacity, and infrastructure designed to keep operations running even during catastrophic strikes.
The construction of this Chinese underground fortress risks fueling a spiral of mistrust and competing military investments. © vadimrysev, iStock
Redefining Asia-Pacific security
This “fortress beneath Beijing” changes the equation in the Asia-Pacific. It gives China a major tactical advantage—ensuring its leadership could maintain command and control through almost any conventional assault.
For regional neighbors like Japan, South Korea, and Australia, the project raises alarms. Analysts warn it could fuel an arms race across Asia. Meanwhile, Washington faces a strategic puzzle: reinforce its presence in the region and invest in bunker-busting technologies, or risk ceding a psychological and tactical edge.
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