China is developing specialized, precision anti-ship ballistic missiles that are capable of hitting US aircraft carriers from a range of about 600 to 1,800 miles, according to the report.
鈥淭his is something that China has invested in, and we鈥檙e watching very carefully as it鈥檚 developing that program,鈥� Helvey said.
These weapons could potentially affect the US aircraft-carrier presence in the region. 鈥淲e鈥檙e concerned about the ability of China to develop missiles that can project its military power with precision at great distances from China,鈥� he added. 鈥淥bviously, something that can hold at risk large surface ships, including aircraft carriers, is something we pay attention to.鈥�
