ABSTRACT
This chapter analyses three major objectives of China's maritime security strategy: a stronger administrative body in maritime security, participation in regional and international maritime affairs, and the creation of a world-class navy. Indeed, distinct from Mahanianism, the administrative school focuses on the role of domestic law-enforcement actors rather than navy when it comes to enacting the gray-zone strategy. The three objectives having strong administrative bodies, increasing participation in regional and international maritime affairs, and formulating a world-class navy show that the state is enhancing its influence as a maritime power in both the near and far seas, regionally and globally. After declaring its goal to become a strong sea power, China's naval, diplomatic, and domestic policies under Xi Jinping has been comprehensive, just as the strategic framework states. A policy discussion about China's maritime security strategy has arisen after the government announced its goal to make China a strong sea power.
