U.S. Navy’s Aegis 9: A Cornerstone of Regional Missile Defense Cooperation in the South China Sea

The Aegis Combat System, specifically the advanced Baseline 9 configuration, is becoming central to the U.S. Navy’s efforts in fostering regional missile defense cooperation to counter China’s growing military assertiveness in the South China Sea. This system combines powerful radar, advanced missile interceptors, and cutting-edge software, creating a robust missile defense network that integrates allied…