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China’s navy

China’s navy
Latest news and updates on the People’s Liberation Army Navy, including military drills, the development of warships and aircraft carriers, spending, reforms and modernisation.
China’s first Type 076 new-generation amphibious assault ship, the Sichuan, is seen in a Shanghai shipyard last December. The flat-top vessel will serve as a fleet command centre that will enable drones, helicopters, fighters and landing craft to approach an adversary’s coast. Photo: Xinhua
China's military weapons

China’s Type 076 Sichuan is a next-level amphibious assault ship

PLA’s next-generation warship will boast fighter and drone strike power with an advanced electromagnetic catapult launch system.

China's military weapons

Fifth-gen fighters make cameo appearance as China unveils production facilities

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US-China relations

Trump has a US$30 billion plan to match China at shipbuilding. Can he win?

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South China Sea

South China Sea: PLA blocks Philippine warship in move Manila calls ‘reckless’

Beijing warns neighbour to stop ‘provocative acts’ after halting vessel near disputed Scarborough Shoal, while Manila decries ‘harassment’.

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The Chinese frigate BN 554 tails the Philippine warship BRP Emilio Jacinto near Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on Monday in a rare incident involving the two navies. Photo: AFP/Armed Forces of the Philippines Public Affairs Office
China's military weapons

China’s military reveals details of Type 094 nuclear submarine for first time

Vessel has submerged displacement of 11,000 tonnes, maximum speed of 30 knots and can operate at a depth of 400 metres, according to PLA.

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China's military weapons

Chinese navy puts giant warship on show to the public for anniversary

For the first time, people on the mainland can take a close look at the PLA’s Type 075 amphibious assault ship Hainan.

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US-China relations

US Navy to extend Pacific reach with long-range anti-ship F-16 missiles: report

Missile upgrades are part of effort to expand capabilities in preparation for potential conflict with China in Asia-Pacific, US report says.

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A Long Range Anti-Ship Missile sits next to an F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. The weapon could play a significant role in a potential conflict in the Asia-Pacific region. Photo: US Navy
Australia

Australia boosts military firepower with anti-ship missiles after China drill

Soldiers will be armed with anti-ship missiles and advanced targeting radars to counter Beijing’s naval presence.

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China’s military

China set for joint naval exercise Security Belt-2025 with Russia and Iran

The drills in the Gulf of Oman will include simulated attacks and joint search and rescue operations, the Chinese defence ministry says.

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China-Australia relations

PLA Navy ships round out Australian circuit with sail near base hosting US sub

Australian Defence Force says fleet led by Type 055 destroyer Zunyi is northwest of Perth where USS Minnesota is docked.

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The Chinese navy ships Zunyi, Hengyang and Weishanhu have conducted combat exercises near Australia and are believed to be soon heading back towards China after being tracked northwest of Perth on Thursday. Photo: CCTV
China’s military drills

Chinese military unveils new data unit to help naval commanders make decisions

The new unit is designed to improve the use of data resources and develop advanced training methods.

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The PLA navy. Photo: PLA
China's military weapons

Meet the Type 055 – multi-role destroyers steering China’s blue-water navy goals

Eight of the stealth vessels are already in service and more are on the way.

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China's military weapons

China’s new attack submarine may have Typhon missiles in its sights, report says

Vessel being built in Wuhan, designed to carry advanced hypersonic missiles, could serve as deterrent, according to semi-official magazine.

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Australia

Australia warns airlines over Chinese navy live-fire drills in Tasman Sea

Qantas and Jetstar have temporarily adjusted some flights between Australia and New Zealand due to the military activity.

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An Australian ship shadows the Chinese vessels in the Tasman Sea on February 13. Photo: Australian Defence Force via AP
Australia

Australia says watching ‘every move’ of Chinese warships off Sydney’s coast

Defence Minister Richard Marles said the vessels did not pose any threats but their presence was an ‘unusual event’.

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A Chinese frigate operating off the east coast of Australia. Photo: Australian Defence Force/AFP
US-China relations

Don’t push Pacific Islands to choose between China and the West, UK admiral says

A Royal Navy admiral warns that Beijing’s global maritime dominance means China holds vast influence over the countries.

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China's military weapons

‘Deter and defeat’: why China’s Type 054B frigate may give military edge over US

The Luohe, launched on Wednesday, is tipped to be ‘critical asset in escort missions requiring prolonged operations in more distant waters’.

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The PLA is building a fleet of barges with Taiwan in mind, analysts say

New vessels – which have extendable ramps – could be part of strategy to boost amphibious capabilities by allowing for faster landings.

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The PLA has been strengthening its amphibious fleet, which includes the Type 075 assault ship. Photo: Eugene Lee

China’s launches new warship tipped to become world’s first ‘drone carrier’

The amphibious assault ship Sichuan has an electromagnetic catapult system and full-length launch deck, making it a ‘key asset’ for the PLA.

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China’s aircraft carriers

Tyre marks hint that China’s Fujian aircraft carrier is readying for take-offs

Images from vessel’s latest sea trial point to aircraft landings, but successful take-offs with advanced catapult yet to be seen, experts say.

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China-Africa relations

Maritime threats high on agenda as Chinese navy hosts Gulf of Guinea forum

Region offers ‘gateway to the Atlantic and proximity to vital oil resources and trade routes’, analyst says.

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Delegations from the maritime armed forces of 18 countries from the Gulf of Guinea attended the two-day seminar in Shanghai. Photo: Weibo/中国军号
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Have China’s plans for a nuclear-powered carrier taken another step forward?

Recent reports saying a prototype reactor has been built in Sichuan ‘have clearly highlighted’ the country’s ambitions, one analyst said.

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China is known to be working on a fourth carrier and is looking to build more. Photo: Xinhua via AP
Hong Kong society

2 PLA Navy warships arrive in Hong Kong for 5-day port call

Changsha, a destroyer, and Hainan, the country’s largest amphibious assault vessel, arrived in Hong Kong on Thursday morning.

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China’s aircraft carriers

China’s J-35 stealth fighter to be suited up for aircraft carrier service

The country’s second fifth-generation fighter will be teamed up with the J-15, aviation sources confirm.

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China’s aircraft carriers

Updated Chinese J-15 fighter jet spotted in aircraft carrier drill footage

Military analyst says J-15Bs seen airborne in official images, suggesting planes have entered service.

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At least nine of the aircraft in the exercise are believed to be J-15Bs. Photo: CCTV
China’s aircraft carriers

Chinese navy holds first dual aircraft carrier drills in South China Sea

State television report shows Liaoning and Shandong sailing side by side in exercises aimed at improving ‘systematic combat capability’.

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The Shandong and Liaoning sail side by side during the exercises in the South China Sea. Photo: Xinhua
China’s aircraft carriers

China’s Liaoning carrier puts jets through paces after skirting Japanese atoll

Carrier heads for the Celebes Sea as US and Philippine forces prepare for joint manoeuvres.

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China’s military

In Sea of Japan, China and Russia flex power to counter US and allies

China-Russia navy drills show they are willing and able to undermine growing military ties between US, Japan and South Korea, analysts say.

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