Actually took the time to read the report…very skeptical of any defense studies group that begins with…” The invasion always starts the same way: an opening bombardment destroys most of Taiwan’s navy and air force in the first hours of hostilities. Augmented by a powerful rocket force, the Chinese navy encircles Taiwan and interdicts any attempts to get ships and aircraft to the besieged island. Tens of thousands of Chinese soldiers cross the strait in a mix of military amphibious craft and civilian roll- on, roll-off ships, while air assault and airborne troops land behind the beachheads.”
Still using conventional thought processes that have permeated our military! This archaic thinking has resulted in countless military losses for the last 40+ years. China is in for the long haul and their first strikes will not be the use of military strike forces. They will use unconventional military and electronic methods and means to achieve their goals. The fight will be global to reduce any opponents means to counter their goals. Think overextension and reduction of global capabilities….to counter any action by the Chinese.
Unfortunately, our military planners don’t think in terms of “winning” and achieving the political goals with anything else but conventional means.
Appreciate your post. Any wargaming that does not take into account electronic and other types of warfare outside of the localized theater is remiss in my opinion.