China’s crackdown on corruption that has ensnared top military officials and several key People’s Liberation Army units has affected the country’s defense buildup, but it continues at a rapid pace, said a Pentagon assessment released Wednesday.

The Chinese military is struggling to contain corruption issues across its ranks, an issue that threatens to undermine its modernization efforts, a Pentagon report said Wednesday. The

The Pentagon's annual report highlights China's rapid nuclear expansion, with over 600 nuclear warheads, advancements in air force technology, largest navy, and evolving missile capabilities. It addresses China's complex relationships with Russia and North Korea,