After the seven major military regions were changed to the five major theaters, which theater is now the strongest?
Since the military reform in 2016, China has implemented the theater system, abolished the original seven military regions, and abolished the number of troops at the same time. Against the backdrop of the global military map, the definition of theaters has become a core element in the strategic planning of all major forces. This is not only an adaptation to the diversified and efficient characteristics of modern warfare, but also an important measure to take the lead in the rapidly changing future battlefield. 
China, a rising military star, has also followed this trend. As the pace of the new era approaches, the Chinese People's Liberation Army has carefully divided into five major theaters according to strategic needs: eastern, southern, western, northern and central, so as to better defend national interests and territorial integrity. 
For the curiosity of military fans, they want to know how powerful these five theaters really are, and which one is better. As a matter of fact, to be honest, the strength of China's five theaters has attracted worldwide attention. Any theater of operations alone can compete with 90% of the world's countries, and only the United States and Russia can match it. The emphases of these five theaters differ, making it difficult to simply compare who is strong and who is weak. 
Let's start with the Eastern Theater of Operations. The Eastern Theater of the Chinese People's Liberation Army is located in China's vast coastal areas and shoulders the sacred mission of defending the country's maritime territory and the security of the Taiwan Strait. This theater includes the Third Army, which originated from the original First Army and has been modernized and upgraded to a new combat capacity. These units have not only demonstrated outstanding actual combat capability in amphibious operations, but have also achieved remarkable results in mechanization and informationization. 
It is worth mentioning that the air force of the Eastern Theater is strong, deploying more than one-third of the elite forces of the air force, and equipped with the most advanced domestic fighter J-20, bomber H-6K, and transport aircraft Y-20 and other high-end equipment. At the same time, the East China Sea Fleet, as an important pillar of the Chinese Navy, is equipped with a large number of amphibious landing ships and has powerful maritime combat and landing and delivery capabilities. 
Generally speaking, the Eastern Theater is the most balanced of China's five major theaters in terms of overall strength, and it is very strong in all four aspects: land, sea, and air guidance. This theater not only bears the heavy responsibility of defending the squadron, but also an important window to display the achievements of the squadron's modernization. Whether in terms of actual combat capability or equipment allocation, the Eastern Theater has a high degree of response capability and combat effectiveness, providing a solid guarantee for the country's security and development. Among China's five major theaters, the Western Theater is undoubtedly a vast and mysterious land. It not only covers an extremely vast land area, but also gathers the forces of the former Lanzhou Military Region and the Chengdu Military Region, like a giant beast ready to attack, always vigilant against external military threats. The responsibilities of the Western Theater are heavier than Mount Tai, and it undertakes the arduous task of resisting foreign military threats and strictly guarding against intrusion. In this vast land, the army is particularly powerful, accounting for more than one-third of the total strength of the PLA army, and is proud of its sophisticated equipment. It commands the armed forces of six provinces and municipalities, including Sichuan, Gansu, Ningxia, and Chongqing, as well as one municipality directly under the central government. 
In terms of equipment, the strength of the Western Theater should not be underestimated. From the "Plateau Little Panther" Type 15 light tank to the 191 box-type long-range rocket launcher unveiled on the National Day in 2019, one shot can reach New Delhi, and its power is amazing. However, it is regrettable that the Western Theater of Operations did not have a navy. However, this does not mean that the Western Theater has done nothing in the maritime field, and if India provokes trouble again, we have reason to believe that the Western Theater will form an Indian Ocean Fleet to defend the country's maritime frontiers. The Southern Theater is like a winding Great Wall, guarding China's southwestern border. Despite the well-defined borders and the fact that most of the neighboring countries are small, the land threat is relatively small, but the strength of the Southern Theater of Operations should not be underestimated. Despite its relatively short establishment and limited experience, the maritime forces made up of the 1st Army were exceptionally formidable. The South China Sea Fleet is equipped with strategic missiles, nuclear submarines and other cutting-edge equipment, and has given priority to receiving advanced warships, becoming the first of the three major fleets of the Chinese Navy. It is the guardian of the South China Sea and a strong backing for the country's maritime security. 
The Northern Theater may be the most low-key of the five theaters, not because its strength does not allow it, but if it is too high-profile, it is afraid of alarming its friends. The Northern Theater is under the jurisdiction of the First Army Group, and many of its companies participated in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, which made the US military fearful. The 80 th Group Army is the trump card of the theater of operations, and preparations for war have recently been announced. Geographically, the Northern Theater is the northernmost part of China, covering the three eastern provinces, Shandong, and Inner Mongolia provinces, surrounded by enemies on three sides, with Russia to the north, the Korean Peninsula to the east, and Mongolia to the west. To this end, the Northern Theater is well-equipped and good at long-range strikes, and the rocket force and missile forces are powerful. In the Navy, the Northern Theater is equipped with two aircraft carrier squadrons, which performed well in the Yellow Sea incident last year, causing heavy losses to the US military. 
The Central Theater shoulders the heavy task of safeguarding the security of the capital Beijing, and also undertakes the task of assisting other theaters. It commanded the armed forces of Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Henan, and Hubei. It has jurisdiction over the former 38th Army (Long Live Army to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea), the former 27th Army and the former 54th Army (formerly the Northeast Field Army). The Central Theater specializes in rapid response, and is equipped with 99A tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, 155 self-propelled guns, and Red Flag anti-aircraft missiles. In terms of the Air Force, the Central Theater is equipped with J-11, J-16, J-20 and other fighters, as well as a variety of bombers and early warning aircraft. Although the number of fifth-generation aircraft is inferior to that of the Eastern Theater, the overall strength is comprehensive. In terms of the navy, the Central Theater and the North Sea Fleet are under joint command to achieve coordinated operations between the two theaters. **10,000 Fans Incentive Plan
Generally speaking, China's five major theaters have their own strengths, just like five blooming flowers, each blooming with its own unique charm. The Eastern Theater of Operations has a strong air force; The Southern Theater ranks first in naval strength; the Western Theater Army is mighty; The Rocket Army of the Central Theater is strong; The strength of the various branches of the military in the Northern Theater is balanced. These five theaters are like the five pillars of the country, jointly defending the security and honor of the country. Which theater is the strongest in everyone's mind?