Andrew Erickson
Andrew Erickson is a professor of strategy at the U.S. Naval War College, known for his expertise in Asian military issues, particularly China's naval capabilities. He has critiqued recent claims about the PLA's combat readiness, arguing that China's military advancements indicate serious preparations for potential conflicts, especially concerning Taiwan.
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Andrew Erickson co-authored a piece discussing PRC oil structures encroaching on Taiwan's Pratas Island.
Notes from Central Taiwan: DPP policy and the Pratas dilemma
Taiwan· 2025-09-11
Andrew Erickson is a professor of strategy at the China Maritime Studies Institute who commented on the new landing ships being built for an invasion of Taiwan.
Kinas nya invasionsfartyg verkar vara avsedda för Taiwan
Sweden· 2025-04-20
Andrew Erickson, a professor at the US Naval War College, commented on China's serious pursuit of Taiwan absorption under President Xi Jinping.
Experts say barges could be used in PLA invasionTaiwan· 2025-04-04
Andrew Erickson, a professor of strategy at the China Maritime Studies Institute, commented on the seriousness of China's military plans regarding Taiwan.
China has debuted its new landing barges – what does this mean for Taiwan? | Taiwan
United Kingdom· 2025-03-20
Andrew Erickson is a professor of strategy at the US Naval War College who commented on the PLA's military restructuring efforts.
Is China’s military really built for war? New report questions Beijing’s arms buildup
United States· 2025-02-17
