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Heritage Foundation Warns of U.S. Risks in China Conflict

1/29/2026

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The Heritage Foundation warns of sustainment risks for the United States in a conflict with China, especially in the Taiwan Strait.
The findings come from an AI study named Tidalwave.
It urges bolstering fuel and munitions reserves and strengthening logistics to mitigate risks in the first 30–60 days.
The study notes vulnerabilities in the United States and Chinese supply systems that could yield severe consequences if Chinese systems operate freely.

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The Heritage Foundation warns of sustainment risks for the United States in a conflict with China, especially in the Taiwan Strait.
The findings come from an AI study named Tidalwave.
It urges bolstering fuel and munitions reserves and strengthening logistics to mitigate risks in the first 30–60 days.
The study notes vulnerabilities in the United States and Chinese supply systems that could yield severe consequences if Chinese systems operate freely.