China has made the most nukes in the past decade than any other nation in the world. China has also dramatically increased the size of its military fleet, rele

China has made the most nukes in the past decade than any other nation in the world. China has also dramatically increased the size of its military fleet, released movies (Wolf Warrior) to build nationalistic zeal and it's Diplomats have taken a liking to that nationalistic / aggressive stance. There is no 'projection' here. It's simply acknowledging that China's war investments have grown dramatically and it's own diplomacy has shifted as a result.