China's new aircraft carrier conducts first sea trials

by Agence France-Presse - Xinhua News Agency

May 02, 2024 12:09 am

BEIJING: China's Fujian aircraft carrier took to the water for maiden sea trials on Wednesday, state media reported, a key next step in Beijing's vast naval buildup as it carves out a more assertive role for itself in the Pacific and beyond.

The Fujian is China's third aircraft carrier after the Liaoning and Shandong vessels and is the Chinese navy's largest-ever ship.

PREPARED AT PORT The Fujian aircraft carrier docks in the city of Shanghai, eastern China on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. XINHUA PHOTO

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