“The fears of the United States about possible aggressive actions on the part of Russia and China are untenable. Our country has always occupied the position of constructivism. The Russian strategy is based on a defensive character, taking into account external challenges. And it does not provide for any aggressive offensive actions, ”he said.
Shvytkin noted that this statement is aimed at increasing the US military budget, although it is already more than Russian.
"Nevertheless, the States are trying to justify themselves before their people, to show imaginary threats," the deputy concluded.
Esper earlier stated in a written statement to the congress about the “growing threat” from Russia and China.
According to him, in connection with this, it is required that the US Armed Forces "should be modernized and realize rapid technical progress in such areas as artificial intelligence, robotics, directed energy and hypersound."