China is constructing an extensive underground military command center near Beijing, signaling potential preparations for conflict. Dubbed the “Beijing Military City,” this facility spans approximately 1,500 acres, making it ten times larger than the Pentagon. Satellite imagery reveals deep excavations, suggesting the development of reinforced bunkers designed to protect high-ranking officials during wartime scenarios.
This development is part of China’s broader strategy to enhance its military infrastructure. Previous projects include the “Underground Great Wall,” a 5,000-kilometer network of tunnels housing nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles, and an underground submarine base on Hainan Island.
The construction of such a vast and fortified command center indicates China’s intent to secure its leadership and military assets against potential threats. This move has raised concerns among Western defense analysts, especially given the limited number of comparable facilities in the West. Most Western underground command centers date back to the Cold War era and have since been decommissioned or repurposed.
As China continues to expand its military capabilities, the establishment of the Beijing Military City underscores the nation’s focus on preparedness and strategic defense.
