Analyzing China's Use of Nontraditional Security Forces in Global Security

The People's Liberation Army of China, while primarily focused on protecting the Chinese Communist Party, also has the mission of preserving national sovereignty. In contrast, the Ministry of Public Security in China is responsible for maintaining public and political security within the country. Additionally, China's non-traditional strategic land power, including the People's Armed Police, Ministry of Public Security, and Central Political Legal Commission, play a significant role in shaping China's foreign security policy and its interactions as a global security actor. This activity overseas, encouraged by Xi Jinping, is reshaping the global security architecture and affecting the US-China strategic and security competition, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. Understanding the composition and roles of these non-traditional security forces is crucial for military and national security stakeholders to comprehend China's involvement in global security affairs.