China’s Aircraft Carrier Push In The Pacific: Expanding Power And Global Rivalry

Rising Naval Capability And Ambition

China’s quest to escalate its naval reach has entered a pivotal phase as it
tests its growing fleet of aircraft carriers far from its own shores. In the
months of May and June 2025, China’s navy orchestrated unprecedented exercises
involving its two active carriers—Liaoning and Shandong—north of Japan. 

For the first time, both carrier
Rising Naval Capability And Ambition

China’s quest to escalate its naval reach has entered a pivotal phase as it
tests its growing fleet of aircraft carriers far from its own shores. In the
months of May and June 2025, China’s navy orchestrated unprecedented exercises
involving its two active carriers—Liaoning and Shandong—north of Japan. 

For the first time, both carrier
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