Washington: The US is making all preparations to stage a spectacular display of force at the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
Three American aircraft carriers are being positioned near China to send out a salutary message. Trump had identified China as America’s biggest adversary during most of his election rallies and promised tough action against it. This military positioning is indicative of the way Trump has offered to be stern towards China.
A Message for China
Analysts suggest that the U.S. Navy considers China the biggest threat during the 50-day period of political uncertainty. The increased military presence in Asia aims to counter any potential threats from China before Trump’s inauguration. While this deployment reduces the U.S. Navy’s presence in the Middle East, America remains determined to station three aircraft carriers simultaneously near China to send a resolute signal.
It may also bring new tensions into U.S.-China relations. Top officials in his administration are known to be critical of China. He himself has expressed publicly anti-China views. Thus, relations between the two countries may further deteriorate with him at the helm. This is why the United States is looking aggressively to increase its military presence in proximity of China.
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