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2024 China Military Power Report

The 2024 "Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China" report charts the course of China's national, economic and military strategy and offers insight on the People's Liberation Army's strategy, current capabilities and activities as well as its future modernization goals.

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2024 China Military Power Report
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Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People

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Report: Despite Corruption Problems, China Progresses Toward Modernization 

Report: Despite Corruption Problems, China Progresses Toward Modernization
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Defense Official Outlines Continued Support for Ukraine 

Defense Official Outlines Continued Support for Ukraine
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Reports of Drone Incursions Taken Seriously, DOD Spokesman Says 

Reports of Drone Incursions Taken Seriously, DOD Spokesman Says
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In 5th Year, Space Force Commander Details Service's Stellar Accomplishments 

In 5th Year, Space Force Commander Details Service's Stellar Accomplishments
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Austins Deliver Holiday Message 

Austins Deliver Holiday Message

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DOD Releases Chemical, Biological Defense Program Enterprise Strategy

DOD Releases Chemical, Biological Defense Program Enterprise Strategy

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Chemical, Biological Defense Program Enterprise Strategy 2024

Chemical, Biological Defense Program Enterprise Strategy 2024

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Assistant Secretary of Defense Celeste Wallander Chairs Virtual G7 Defense Political Directors' Working Group

Assistant Secretary of Defense Celeste Wallander Chairs Virtual G7 Defense Political Directors' Working Group

From The Services

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Army

Youth Program Launches Money Matters Initiative

Youth Program Launches Money Matters Initiative
Family and friends gather to welcome home U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Dec. 14, 2024.
Marine Corps

Marines Return From Combat Deployment

Marines Return From Combat Deployment
U.S. Army Sgt. Jaliah Rudolph, back left, from Montgomery, Alabama, assigned to 62nd Medical Brigade, stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, assists Sailors in transporting a simulated casualty during a joint Tactical Combat Casualty Care training between Soldiers and Sailors in the main battle dressing station onboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), while underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations, Dec. 5, 2024. Ronald Reagan provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Stanton)
Navy

Sailors Train With Army Medics

Sailors Train With Army Medics
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Air Force

Poggio Dart Strengthens Readiness

Poggio Dart Strengthens Readiness
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Space Force

Space Force Hosts T-Minus 10-Miler

Space Force Hosts T-Minus 10-Miler
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National Guard

Guardsmen Train to Climb Towers

Guardsmen Train to Climb Towers

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