In a significant diplomatic statement, China’s Ministry of National Defense has called upon the United States to adopt a more objective and rational perspective regarding China’s global role and military development. Defense Ministry spokesperson Jiang Bin articulated this position on Thursday in response to queries about the recently unveiled US 2026 National Defense Strategy.
The American defense document, published by the US Department of War, outlines a strategic approach focused on deterring Chinese influence in the Asia-Pacific region through demonstrated strength rather than direct confrontation. The strategy emphasizes expanding military-to-military communications with China’s People’s Liberation Army to maintain strategic stability and foster what it describes as “a decent peace.” Notably, the plan includes establishing a robust denial defense system along the First Island Chain.
Jiang Bin countered these proposals with firm diplomatic language, stating that historical evidence demonstrates the inevitable failure of any containment efforts against China. The spokesperson emphasized that mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation represent the only viable framework for Sino-American relations.
While expressing China’s willingness to collaborate with the United States in fostering stable bilateral relations, Jiang simultaneously underscored China’s unwavering commitment to protecting its sovereignty, security, and developmental interests. The defense official specifically urged American leadership to cease promoting bloc confrontation tactics and to avoid contradictory statements and actions concerning China’s core interests. The statement concluded with an appeal for substantive American efforts to facilitate sound and steady development between the two nations’ military establishments.