U.S. intelligence officials are closely monitoring the construction of a large-scale military complex near Beijing, which they believe will serve as a wartime command center for Chinese leadership. The facility, estimated to cover approximately 1,500 acres, is significantly larger than the Pentagon and features extensive underground bunkers designed to protect military officials in times of conflict.
Satellite images indicate major excavation work, with analysts suggesting the presence of fortified underground chambers and tunnel networks. Intelligence officials have referred to the project as “Beijing Military City,” highlighting its strategic importance. The construction, which began in mid-2024, appears to be advancing rapidly, with reports of over 100 cranes operating in the area.
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Renny Babiarz, a former intelligence imagery analyst, noted that preliminary assessments indicate interconnected underground facilities. “Imagery analysis suggests the construction of several possible underground facilities linked via possible underground passageways,” he explained.
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The project coincides with China’s ongoing military expansion efforts, particularly as the People’s Liberation Army works toward modernizing its forces by 2027. U.S. intelligence assessments suggest that Chinese leadership is focused on increasing its nuclear capabilities and strengthening military integration across all branches.
Dennis Wilder, former CIA China analyst, told the Financial Times that the project signals China’s military ambitions. “This new advanced underground command bunker for the military leadership, including President Xi, suggests Beijing is building a force capable of waging nuclear war at an advanced level,” he said.
Security surrounding the construction site is reportedly strict, with limited public access and warnings against drone surveillance. Local sources have described the area as a “military zone,” and intelligence analysts have found no official documentation of the project in Chinese records.
