The Global Hypersonic Race

... Western politicians have launched a global discussion about the risks associated with Russia developing hypersonic weapons. Arms control experts are attempting to estimate the potential of these new weapons, but attempts at this stage are hindered by ... ... increased from $201 million in 2018 to $278 million in 2019, and the overall cost of the program is estimated at $2 billion. China has been no stranger to this “war of words,” with several fantastic reports emanating from the country about “successful ...