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04/23/2024 04:26:45 pm

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CNS Shandong

 Power projection

China’s Navy to Expand Overseas Presence; Contain US Navy in Asia

PLAN will also enhance its capabilities for strategic deterrence and counterattack.

Waiting for more

China Plans to Build Fleet of Six Aircraft Carriers

China will also build about 10 naval bases for the six aircraft carriers.

War ready?

PLAN Claims Buildup is Only for Defense Despite Hike in US Navy Spending

China's second aircraft carrier, the domestically built CNS Shandong, "is still in training and trial stage," said Admiral Wang.

Obsolete

China’s Navy Facing Shortage of Guided Missile Destroyers to Defend its New Carriers

Three other obsolete destroyers were also recently upgraded to become better defenders of PLAN's carriers.

Waiting for more

Lack of Secure Home Ports Spells Disaster for China’s Aircraft Carriers

This restriction also means the U.S. Navy won't have a difficult time finding and attacking the few major naval bases operated by PLAN.

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