China commissions Fujian aircraft carrier to extend naval reach

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China commissioned its newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, after sea trials, enhancing its naval power projection capabilities. The Fujian, China's third and domestically designed carrier, features an electromagnetic launch system, allowing it to operate advanced aircraft farther from its coast. This development signifies China's ambition to expand its global influence and challenge U.S. naval dominance in the Indo-Pacific region.


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