How China Is Upgrading Its Air Bases to Prepare for War With Taiwan | WSJ

Air bases along China’s southeastern coast have undergone significant infrastructure upgrades in recent years. Analysts say these changes are a sign of Beijing’s preparations for a conflict over Taiwan. WSJ explores how China has been upgrading its air bases to strengthen military capabilities, and what challenges that poses for Taiwan and its allies. 0:00 China improving military bases 0:54 Purpose of base upgrades 1:41 UAVs and jet fighters 2:57 Hardened shelters 4:43 Air defense unit 5:41 Challenges for Taiwan and the U.S. News Explainers Some days the high-speed news cycle can bring more questions than answers. WSJ’s news explainers break down the day’s biggest stories into bite-size pieces to help you make sense of the news. #China #Taiwan #WSJ