Admiral John Aquilino, the departing commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, has issued a warning about China’s rapidly escalating aggressive stance in Asia. Aquilino emphasized the urgent need to recognize the pace at which China is advancing its military buildup and assertive behavior. His comments coincide with Secretary of State Tony Blinken’s upcoming high-stakes visit to China, where he will convey US concerns about Chinese support for Russia’s war in Ukraine and seek to avoid further deterioration in relations between the two countries.