China's Military Modernisation in 2026: What Matters Now and What's Next

China's military modernisation continues to accelerate, reshaping the strategic landscape across the Indo-Pacific and beyond. As the People's Liberation Army (PLA) advances its capabilities across the maritime, air, and missile domains, defence organisations need validated data and analysis to understand what these developments mean for force planning, operational readiness, and future security challenges.

In this webinar, recorded on 24^th September 2026, our panel provide practical insights into emerging capabilities, modernisation priorities, and the implications for regional and global security.

During the webinar the panel examined:

• The strategic trends shaping China's military modernisation and the ongoing evolution of the PLA as a joint force.
• Key developments in naval power, including fleet modernisation, maritime reach, and China's growing distant-water presence.
• Emerging airpower capabilities, from advanced combat aircraft programmes to the integration of crewed and uncrewed systems.
• The evolution of China's missile and nuclear capabilities, and what these developments mean for defence planning, intelligence, and regional security