China’s Approach to Irregular Warfare: The Three Warfares
China’s strategy for irregular warfare is both ancient and modern, rooted in the philosophies of Sun Tzu but adapted for the information age. Central to this strategy is the concept of the Three Warfares: Media (Public Opinion), Legal (Lawfare), and Psychological Warfare. These interlocking tools are designed to shape perceptions, control narratives, and undermine adversaries—often without…