China Faces Irregular Warfare Challenges in Himalayas, Tibet, Kashmir

Recent geopolitical developments highlight the strategic importance of mountainous regions in Asia, particularly regarding Chinese military and economic activities. Tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir have reignited, demonstrating the volatility of these high-altitude areas, while China is advancing dam construction in Tibet to control major rivers, exerting economic pressure on downstream nations. Special Operations Forces trained in mountain warfare are seen as crucial to countering Chinese aggression in Tibet, Nepal, and Taiwan, where rugged terrain favors irregular resistance. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) continues transnational repression, targeting Falun Gong practitioners and the Shen Yun Performing Arts Company in the United States, actions condemned by American officials as attacks on national treasures. Additionally, reports reveal the CCP’s influence operations within U.S. politics, including mobilizing community groups in New York City to sway elections and alleged ties to Democratic politicians, raising concerns about foreign interference. In China, the CPC commemorates its historical role in resisting Japanese aggression through exhibitions, reinforcing its narrative of national unity and resistance.