1. The Risk of Terrorism is Still on the Rise
The risk of terrorism, particularly from religious extremism, remains a serious problem for the international community. These threats include not only the Islamic State in the Middle East, but also al Qaeda, which is at the heart of international terrorism. After years of fighting terrorism, significant progress has been made in the international fight against terrorism, and the space for terrorist activities has become increasingly narrow.
In 2019, international counter-terrorism has made progress in the stage, but the pattern of violent and terrorist attacks has further evolved and the complexity of counter-terrorism has increased. This means that international counter-terrorism is bound to be a bumpy journey. The fierce struggle against violent and terrorist forces in the world has entered a new stage of "retreat and pursuit". The international community should continue to build consensus, pool strength and fight step by step.
2. Local disturbances and turbulences are becoming more prominent, which have a strong impact on the existing international security order
The scope of local unrest is widening, and the causes are more complex. These include regional powers seeking greater political and military space, such as Turkey, geopolitical conflicts, such as India and Pakistan, the subsequent effects of refugee flows in Europe, Brexit, populism and anti-globalization, and the uncertainties caused by the spread of major infectious diseases, and a series of new changes.
3. The arms race in the region has intensified and the military competition among major countries has become more intense
On July 24, 2019, the Ministry of National Defense published the 2019 New Era National Defense White Paper. China begins its white paper by noting that "international strategic competition is on the rise," highlighting the fact that the United States, the European Union, India, Japan and other countries are expanding their military capabilities.
Based on the multiple considerations of international factors and the Taiwan Strait issue, China will increase its military strength accordingly.
Post time: Dec-12-2022