China is undergoing rapid naval modernization under President Xi Jinping, to build a "world-class" military by 2049.

The U.S. maintains a military presence in the South China Sea, where China has made sweeping territorial claims.

The Chinese military recently commissioned CNS Fujian, its third and most advanced aircraft carrier, which is homeported at ...

China has officially commissioned its latest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, following extensive sea trials, state media reported on Friday. Experts suggest the new vessel will significantly bolster ...

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lyle Goldstein is director of Asia Engagement at Defense Priorities. In late September, the Chinese navy made public the remarkable tests of its new Fujian aircraft carrier, sparking ...

Chinese aircraft carriers may not be able to launch as many fighter jets as U.S. carriers, but that hasn't stopped the country's navy from moving forward with carrier tech. In fact, as seen in footage ...

The Fujian marks a new phase for China’s naval aviation capability.

The U.S. is maintaining a steady aircraft carrier presence in the South China Sea as both allied and Chinese military ...

Little boy whose father was a PLA soldier dreamed of a well-defended nation; developed lifelong fascination for the military ...

In this Oct. 8, 2025, satellite photo from Planet Labs PBC, the Chinese aircraft carriers Shandong and Fujian are seen at the Yulin Naval Base near Sanya, China. (Planet Labs PBC via AP) In this Oct.

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