China is winning

[Sinkiesuk]

Sure ornot?

 

[ftan42]

The global shipbuilding market is dominated by Chinese shipbuilders, who secured a staggering 70% of new orders in 2024, measured by Compensated Gross Tonnage (CGT). This vast volume has resulted in their major shipyards being fully booked until the end of 2028. As a result, other nations, such as the U.S., are struggling to compete with China alone and are instead exploring shipbuilding alliances with key tech leaders in South Korea and Japan to counter China's growing maritime influence.

 

[syed putra]

The global shipbuilding market is dominated by Chinese shipbuilders, who secured a staggering 70% of new orders in 2024, measured by Compensated Gross Tonnage (CGT). This vast volume has resulted in their major shipyards being fully booked until the end of 2028. As a result, other nations, such as the U.S., are struggling to compete with China alone and are instead exploring shipbuilding alliances with key tech leaders in South Korea and Japan to counter China's growing maritime influence.

US has zero shipbuilding capacity except for its navy. But plenty of abandoned docks.
It got so bad, US navy had to outsource íts maintenance to Japan.
And new frigate orders to italy .
Japan and korean shipbuilders thinking of using those abandoned US docks to compete with china shipyards.

 

[syed putra]

Both stealth and non-stealth planes can be easily detected within the range of a satellite or early warning system, with this information being fed to fighter jets through an integrated detection and fire system, effectively extending the detection range.

The stealth jet's detection can be facilitated by anti-stealth radar systems. Additionally, the stealth material's high maintenance requirements and tendency to deteriorate over time, particularly after repeated use, make it more susceptible to detection. Furthermore, the rarity of the required materials used for maintenance can also contribute to its detectability.

I dont think iran has this anti stealth radar system. Unless china or russia provided one for them

 

[glockman]

The global shipbuilding market is dominated by Chinese shipbuilders, who secured a staggering 70% of new orders in 2024, measured by Compensated Gross Tonnage (CGT). This vast volume has resulted in their major shipyards being fully booked until the end of 2028. As a result, other nations, such as the U.S., are struggling to compete with China alone and are instead exploring shipbuilding alliances with key tech leaders in South Korea and Japan to counter China's growing maritime influence.

China leads the world in several key industries, including manufacturing (including shipbuilding), electronics, chemicals, machinery, and automotive production. It is the world's largest producer in sectors such as computers and electronics, motor vehicles, and basic metals, significantly contributing to global industrial output.

 

[ftan42]

I dont think iran has this anti stealth radar system. Unless china or russia provided one for them

Iran has a good chance in 2021 when China and Iran formally signed a landmark 25-year "Comprehensive Cooperation Plan". The framework anticipated substantial Chinese investment in Iranian energy and infrastructure sectors. Iran internally in itself is full of hesitancy, red tape and Inefficiency & Bureaucracy. Last-Minute withdrawals of agreement to purchase Chinese J-10CE fighter jets. Whether Iran after the 12-days conflict with Israel has brought from China any anti stealth radar system is anyone guess
It is the Egypt which has earlier purchased of the HQ-9B deployed over the Sinai Peninsula has been a demilitarized zone, could constrain Israel's freedom of operation over its own southern airspace and near Gaza.

 

[ftan42]

China's decision to halt soybean purchases has the potential to significantly impact US President Trump's re-election campaign, particularly in states with high concentrations of farmers who are crucial voters in the election.
Another concern is the restriction on the supply of rare earth materials, which could have a devastating impact on both critical military and commercial industries.

 

[syed putra]

China's decision to halt soybean purchases has the potential to significantly impact US President Trump's re-election campaign, particularly in states with high concentrations of farmers who are crucial voters in the election.
Another concern is the restriction on the supply of rare earth materials, which could have a devastating impact on both critical military and commercial industries.

Hope US starve like gazans.

 

[syed putra]

Iran has a good chance in 2021 when China and Iran formally signed a landmark 25-year "Comprehensive Cooperation Plan". The framework anticipated substantial Chinese investment in Iranian energy and infrastructure sectors. Iran internally in itself is full of hesitancy, red tape and Inefficiency & Bureaucracy. Last-Minute withdrawals of agreement to purchase Chinese J-10CE fighter jets. Whether Iran after the 12-days conflict with Israel has brought from China any anti stealth radar system is anyone guess
It is the Egypt which has earlier purchased of the HQ-9B deployed over the Sinai Peninsula has been a demilitarized zone, could constrain Israel's freedom of operation over its own southern airspace and near Gaza.

Iran unfortunately even before Israel tried to decapitate its leadership were trying to forge a friendly relationship with the west.
After EU reimposition of sanctions under "snapback" after IAEA are denied access to nuclear sites, iran will now go full speed into china and russia's sphere or BRICS.
No more hesitation.

 

[ftan42]

Iran has a strong "shield" through Hamas, Lebanon, Syria, and the Houthis. Rather than engaging directly in conflicts, Iran has preferred to play a supporting role by supplying arms and ammunition to its proxies. However, with Syria, its last line of defense, compromised, Iran now faces a potential threat of attack from Israel, which led to the 12-day conflict. In response, Iran is urgently seeking support from China and Russia.

Iran unfortunately even before Israel tried to decapitate its leadership were trying to forge a friendly relationship with the west.
After EU reimposition of sanctions under "snapback" after IAEA are denied access to nuclear sites, iran will now go full speed into china and russia's sphere or BRICS.
No more hesitation.

 

[syed putra]

Iran has a strong "shield" through Hamas, Lebanon, Syria, and the Houthis. Rather than engaging directly in conflicts, Iran has preferred to play a supporting role by supplying arms and ammunition to its proxies. However, with Syria, its last line of defense, compromised, Iran now faces a potential threat of attack from Israel, which led to the 12-day conflict. In response, Iran is urgently seeking support from China and Russia.

If a conflict with israel. Is involved, iran is actually fighting the entire west.
In recent dubai bombing, uk provided refueling tankers, US shut qatar air defence. Then there is the intel plus mobile phone tracking.

 

[rotiprata]

 

[ftan42]

The new rail corridor connecting China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, Türkiye, and Europe is not yet fully completed, but significant sections are operational, and major developments are underway. This route holds strategic importance as it establishes a vital trade link between China and Europe while bypassing Russia. Known as the Southern Corridor, it is partially operational and already handling commercial freight, with traffic increasing rapidly. However, the corridor is not yet fully optimized or finalized.
The actual route in operation are the China → Kazakhstan → Caspian Sea → Azerbaijan → Georgia → Turkey (via Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway) → Europe. First regular freight trains from Chongqing/Chengdu arrived in Istanbul in July 2025. China to Turkey: 15 days (recently achieved), with a future target of 10-13 days
In fact, this route is also an alternative route used when the recent Poland border and ports are closed due to the Russia and Belarus military exercise near the Poland border

 

[k1976]

Despite these positive economic signals, the overall outlook remains uncertain. Companies’ ability to plan and invest requires predictability, but all signs suggest US President Donald Trump is not done with his tariffs, after a string of sector-specific tariffs that have been announced or suspended on short notice.

Singapore will be more greatly affected by these external developments rather than domestic consumption, especially if growth among key trading partners such as China and the US slows.

Economic data shows China is still in deflation, while inflation in the US has started trending up again. There were concerns about whether the Fed made the right move at a tricky time when the US job market is weak and inflation has been sticky. US analysts are even forecasting that the US economy might be headed for stagflation.

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/com...est-rates-singapore-inflation-economy-5385076

 

[syed putra]