China No Longer A ‘Near Peer’, But Equal Rival In Every Domain, Says Top US General

Published By : News18.com Last Updated:May 01, 2026, 19:51 IST General Stephen Sklenka said his experience studying Chinese strategy had shaped his view of modern warfare. A senior US Marine Corps commander has issued a stark warning on China’s growing global power, saying it should no longer be called as a “near peer” but as an equal rival to the United States across nearly every domain. Lieutenant General Stephen Sklenka, who oversees logistics and installations for the US Marine Corps, made the remarks at the 2026 Modern Day Marine Expo in Washington, where he underlined the scale of the challenge…