Online, some of these so-called “little pink” CCP supporters post things that genuinely make you question their grip on reality. They seriously claim Russia is the world’s number one superpower. At that point, the joke practically writes itself — apparently “Father Russia” has
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Online, some of these so-called “little pink” CCP supporters post things that genuinely make you question their grip on reality. They seriously claim Russia is the world’s number one superpower. At that point, the joke practically writes itself — apparently “Father Russia” has become the CCP’s dad. 😃But before we laugh too loudly, let’s be honest.
Over here in the Republic of China, plenty of people casually refer to the United States as “Daddy America.” Haven’t we all heard Taiwanese say that at some point? 😁The humor aside, the global power ranking is not a matter of feelings — it’s a matter of numbers.
As of 2026 projections, the United States remains the undisputed military heavyweight. U.S. defense spending is expected to approach or exceed USD 1 trillion, keeping it firmly at the top of global military expenditures.Russia’s 2026 defense budget is projected at around 13.5 trillion rubles (approximately USD 145 billion), placing it behind both the U.S. and China. Meanwhile, China’s 2025 official defense budget stands at 1.78 trillion RMB (about USD 246 billion), ranking second globally.
By scale, technological reach, global force projection, alliance networks, and sustained defense spending, the United States remains the dominant military power and the current hegemon of the international system.Mocking propaganda narratives is easy. Understanding actual power dynamics requires looking at hard data.
Online, some of these so-called “little pink” CCP supporters post things that genuinely make you question their grip on reality. They seriously claim Russia is the world’s number one superpower. At that point, the joke practically writes itself — apparently “Father Russia” has become the CCP’s dad. 😃
But before we laugh too loudly, let’s be honest. Over here in the Republic of China, plenty of people casually refer to the United States as “Daddy America.” Haven’t we all heard Taiwanese say that at some point? 😁
The humor aside, the global power ranking is not a matter of feelings — it’s a matter of numbers. As of 2026 projections, the United States remains the undisputed military heavyweight. U.S. defense spending is expected to approach or exceed USD 1 trillion, keeping it firmly at the top of global military expenditures.
Russia’s 2026 defense budget is projected at around 13.5 trillion rubles (approximately USD 145 billion), placing it behind both the U.S. and China. Meanwhile, China’s 2025 official defense budget stands at 1.78 trillion RMB (about USD 246 billion), ranking second globally.
By scale, technological reach, global force projection, alliance networks, and sustained defense spending, the United States remains the dominant military power and the current hegemon of the international system.
Mocking propaganda narratives is easy. Understanding actual power dynamics requires looking at hard data.
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