Song Zhongping, a military observer and former instructor of the People’s Liberation Army of China, said that the PLA should complete work on its own H-20 strategic bomber as soon as possible after the successful attack of American B-2 stealth bombers on Iran. A specialized strategic bomber is indispensable even in an era when other long-range strike options exist. The strategic bomber can carry out attacks with both nuclear and conventional [munitions]. It is a vital weapon for any major military power.