EP177: China’s Deep-Sea Cable Cutter: A New Weapon in the Shadow War Beneath the Waves

Summary:In this episode, we discuss China's unveiling of a sophisticated deep-sea cable cutter in March 2025, highlighting its technical capabilities and potential to disrupt global internet and military communications. We explore the historical context of undersea cable warfare and recent incidents in Taiwan and the Baltic Sea that suggest a growing trend of such sabotage. We further examine the capabilities of the US and NATO in countering this threat, noting discrepancies in transparency and coordination. Ultimately, we convey the broader implications for cybersecurity, economic stability, and the risk of escalating conflict in this new dimension of grey warfare. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit geopoliticsunplugged.substack.com/subscribe