Rare Satellite Photo Shows Two Chinese Aircraft Carriers in Disputed Waters
Summary
A satellite photo has shown two Chinese aircraft carriers operating in disputed waters near the Yulin Naval Base in the South China Sea. The area is claimed by multiple countries, and China's naval expansion aims to strengthen its military presence.Key Facts
- The photo shows two Chinese aircraft carriers near each other, south of Yulin Naval Base.
- The carriers are in waters claimed by both China and Vietnam, part of the disputed South China Sea.
- The CNS Shandong entered service in 2019 and was seen near Yulin Naval Base.
- The Fujian, China's largest and most advanced warship, was operating beyond China's territorial waters.
- Fujian's strike group included a destroyer and a frigate, part of its first "live-force training mission."
- Aircraft, including fighter jets and early warning planes, took off using the Fujian's catapult system.
- China’s Foreign Ministry called the training a normal exercise to enhance military readiness.
- China is working on its fourth aircraft carrier, expected to have nuclear propulsion.
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