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China has commissioned its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, marking a significant step in its military modernization and expansion of its blue-water navy capabilities, aiming to project power far beyond its coast and challenge U.S. dominance in the Indo-Pacific region.
The Chinese Navy has released footage confirming flight operations on the new catapult-equipped supercarrier Fujian, showcasing various aircraft including the J-15T, J-35, and KJ-600 AEWC, marking significant progress in China's naval aviation capabilities and modernization efforts, with the carrier likely to be commissioned soon after completing ongoing sea trials.
China's newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has transited the Taiwan Strait for the first time during sea trials, heading to the South China Sea for training and experiments, amid regional tensions and warnings to the U.S. and allies against supporting Taiwan. The move is seen as a demonstration of China's military capabilities and a potential signal to Taiwan and other nations.