Japan reveals Chinese aircraft carrier activity in Pacific

japantimes.co.jp

Japan released a map detailing the movements of Chinese aircraft carriers, a rare move highlighting Beijing's naval activities in the Pacific. The map shows the positions of China's two aircraft carriers from May 25 through Monday, revealing simultaneous operations for the first time. This unusual disclosure aims to draw attention to the expansion of Chinese naval activities. The Japanese Defense Ministry rarely discloses the movements of foreign warships, indicating growing concerns over China's efforts to alter the regional status quo.


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