Thomas Shugart
Thomas Shugart is a former US submariner and an adjunct senior fellow at the Center for a New American Security. His work focuses on naval and maritime security issues, particularly regarding China's military innovations. Shugart has emphasized the significance of China's new barges in enhancing the PLA's amphibious assault capabilities and their potential role in future military operations against Taiwan, highlighting their operational speed and logistical advantages.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 89,219 | $21,000,000 | 5,660$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,871 | $56,000 | 50$ |
| Totals | 2 | 333,081,589 | 91,090 | $21,056,000 | 5,710$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Slovenia:
Thomas Shugart explained the role of the new Chinese vessels in military logistics.
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United States:
Shugart, a former US submariner, noted the barges add to a growing list of innovative platforms tested by the Chinese military.
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