China's Fujian: A New Era in Naval Power

China's navy has successfully demonstrated electromagnetic catapult-assisted take-off and landing from its latest aircraft carrier, the Fujian. This marks the first time the technology has been used outside the United States. Carrier-based aircraft J-15T, J-35, and KongJing-600 completed their inaugural training sessions on the Fujian, showcasing China's advancing naval prowess.

The Fujian, China's first domestic aircraft carrier equipped with the advanced EMALS technology, has completed extensive sea trials over the past year. Official media reports describe the carrier as highly advanced, capable of carrying a diverse range of aircraft, and entering an era of operating three carrier groups.

As China expands its naval capabilities, the Fujian has already been deployed in the contentious Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. This has increased regional tensions, with China also aiming to extend its carrier operations into the Indian Ocean, backed by its growing fleet of warships.