Dennis J. Blasko

About the Author

Dennis J. Blasko is a renowned expert on the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China, with over three decades of experience in military intelligence and analysis. A retired U.S. Army officer, he served as a foreign area officer specializing in the Asia-Pacific region, including assignments as a military attaché in Beijing and as senior analyst for the PLA at the U.S. Department of Defense. Blasko's deep insights into Chinese military modernization, strategy, and capabilities have made him a sought-after commentator for think tanks, media outlets, and government briefings. His seminal work, The Chinese Army Today: Tradition and Transformation for the 21st Century, published as part of the Asian Security Studies series, offers a comprehensive examination of the PLA's evolution amid rapid technological and doctrinal changes, blending historical context with forward-looking assessments to illuminate the challenges and opportunities in contemporary Sino-U.S. relations.