Of course it is true, you think they are fielding 6.4 million men and 7 Airborne Divisions, and the massive force they used to have?
Most of what they used to have in numbers was cannon fodder anyways. When you measure the power of the bear today you do it across the spectrum and with the effectiveness of their current weapon systems. They are stronger now with a more quality force. They are bringing in oil and gas $$$$ where they finance things.