China launched its largest amphibious assault ship, the Sichuan, on Friday, marking a significant step in strengthening its navy’s capabilities for global operations. Displacing 40,000 tons, the Sichuan is equipped with an electromagnetic catapult, enabling it to launch fighter jets directly from its deck. It is designed to deploy ground troops via landing crafts while providing air support.
The ship also features advanced "arrestor technology" for jet landings. As the first vessel of the 076 type, the Sichuan builds on China’s naval modernization efforts, following the launch of the type 075 amphibious assault ships in 2019. This development follows China’s success in launching fighter jets using electromagnetic technology aboard the Fujian, its indigenously developed aircraft carrier.
The Sichuan enhances the People’s Liberation Army Navy's (PLAN) ability to operate further from the Chinese mainland, aligning with its decade-long effort to modernize for global naval operations. Chinese military expert Song Zhongping referred to the ship as a “light aircraft carrier.”
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Mexico detains 475,000 migrants since October, as President-elect Trump pressures Mexico with tariff threats over illegal border crossings.
NATO boosts Baltic Sea presence after suspected sabotage of undersea cables, while Finland and Estonia investigate Russian-linked ship for causing critical infrastructure damage.
Elon Musk is facing backlash from the right after suggesting the U.S. needs more skilled foreign workers to address a shortage of top engineers. His comments, made amid mass tech layoffs and ongoing debates over the H1-B visa system, have sparked outrage, particularly from pro-Trump conservatives.
The long-anticipated China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Project commenced construction on December 27, marking a pivotal step in enhancing trade and connectivity across Central Asia.
Mexico detains 475,000 migrants since October, as President-elect Trump pressures Mexico with tariff threats over illegal border crossings.
NATO boosts Baltic Sea presence after suspected sabotage of undersea cables, while Finland and Estonia investigate Russian-linked ship for causing critical infrastructure damage.
Elon Musk is facing backlash from the right after suggesting the U.S. needs more skilled foreign workers to address a shortage of top engineers. His comments, made amid mass tech layoffs and ongoing debates over the H1-B visa system, have sparked outrage, particularly from pro-Trump conservatives.
The Kremlin has declined to comment on the Azerbaijani Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan, saying that they are waiting for the official investigation results.
The long-anticipated China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Project commenced construction on December 27, marking a pivotal step in enhancing trade and connectivity across Central Asia.
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