Chinaвђ™s Quest For Great Power: Ships, Oil, And ... May 2026

China fears a blockade of the narrow Strait of Malacca, where most of its oil passes.

China is rapidly expanding its maritime footprint to secure its status as a global superpower. This "Great Power" ambition rests on two pillars: a massive naval fleet and a secure flow of energy. ⚓ The Blue-Water Ambition China’s Quest for Great Power: Ships, Oil, and ...

(e.g., Carrier tech, submarine capabilities) Which of these areas should we explore next? China fears a blockade of the narrow Strait

Safeguard the shipping lanes that carry 80% of its trade. China’s Quest for Great Power: Ships, Oil, and ...

Rapidly building massive underground storage to weather supply shocks.