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The Hidden Significance of China’s Aircraft Carrier Passage Near Japan’s Yonaguni Island

The Hidden Significance of China’s Aircraft Carrier Passage Near Japan’s Yonaguni Island

By Cheng-kun Ma and K. Tristan Tang
While the political implications of this voyage are undoubtedly important, three significant military trends related to Yonaguni Island have long been overlooked.

China’s J-15 Carrierborne Fighter: Sizing up the Competition

China’s J-15 Carrierborne Fighter: Sizing up the Competition

By Rick Joe
Just how capable is the J-15, and where does its future lie?
Chinese Aircraft Carrier Conducts ‘Routine’ Drills Near Taiwan

Chinese Aircraft Carrier Conducts ‘Routine’ Drills Near Taiwan

By Steven Stashwick
Six warships pass through the Ryukyus to exercise east of Taiwan.

US Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group Back in South China Sea

US Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group Back in South China Sea

By Abhijnan Rej
This is the second time this year the strike group has entered the contentious body of water.

Third Chinese Aircraft Carrier Nears Completion Amid Shipyard Expansion

Third Chinese Aircraft Carrier Nears Completion Amid Shipyard Expansion

By Steven Stashwick
Work begins on fourth carrier, but future plans remain murky.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

How Will the Chinese Navy Use Its 2 Aircraft Carriers?

How Will the Chinese Navy Use Its 2 Aircraft Carriers?

By Ying Yu Lin
As the PLA Navy adjusts to its growing carrier fleet, pay attention to the officers tasked to lead.

Will China Have 7 Aircraft Carriers by 2025?

Will China Have 7 Aircraft Carriers by 2025?

By Abraham Ait
The PLA Navy’s upcoming Type 075 assault ships may deploy fighter jets to better contend pacific naval superiority.
China’s 1st Carrier Strike Group Reaches Initial Operational Capability

China’s 1st Carrier Strike Group Reaches Initial Operational Capability

By Franz-Stefan Gady
This marks another important step in the Chinese Navy’s ambitious aircraft carrier program.

China’s Aircraft Carrier Makes First Port Call in Hong Kong

China’s Aircraft Carrier Makes First Port Call in Hong Kong

By Franz-Stefan Gady
This marks the first time China’s largest warship has visited the former British colony.

How Much of an Advantage Is China's Aircraft Carrier?

How Much of an Advantage Is China's Aircraft Carrier?

By Shang-su Wu
China’s newly operational aircraft carrier could be a useful yardstick for regional countries to develop their air forces.

Next Stop South China Sea? China’s 1st Aircraft Carrier ‘Ready for Combat’

Next Stop South China Sea? China’s 1st Aircraft Carrier ‘Ready for Combat’

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A communist party official claims that China’s sole carrier is “constantly prepared for war.”
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