General Khayten fears that the United States will fall behind Russia and China

There is a risk of the backlog of the us army from the Russian and Chinese, said the General of the U.S. air force and the Deputy head of the joint chiefs of staff John Khayten.

According to him, the development of Russia and China is happening at a breakneck speed, so the US needs to be sure that not far behind from potential adversaries. While the U.S. is ahead on most parameters, but it does not matter if the enemy moves faster.

prior To his appointment as Deputy head of the joint chiefs of staff Khayten led Strategic command, which includes the nuclear forces, missile defense and space forces, RIA Novosti reported.